2005 Honda Fit vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Honda Fit is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Espace (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Fit | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Fit | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
