2006 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 225 kg more than 2002 Renault Grand Espace.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |