2007 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Renault Espace

To start off, 2010 Renault Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Espace weights approximately 735 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Honda Accord 2010 Renault Espace
Make Honda Renault
Model Accord Espace
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2354 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 166 HP 239 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99 mm 81.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 10.3:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1815 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 2110 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2870 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.4 L/100km 15.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 83 L


 

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