2006 Honda Element vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (107 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 847 kg more than 2006 Honda Element.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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 Espace (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2002 Renault Espace | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Element | Espace |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |