2007 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 174 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. 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, 2006 Renault Espace (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2006 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| 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 | 140 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
