2007 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 5 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, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 74 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
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, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (183 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Grand Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 140 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |