2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2009 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Renault Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Ridgeline would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Renault Espace. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Espace weights approximately 962 kg more than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Ridgeline | 2009 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Ridgeline | Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 83 L |
