2007 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 520 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, 2008 Renault Espace (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Renault Espace | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Espace |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1337 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |