2007 Honda CR-V 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 CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda CR-V 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 91 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Espace weights approximately 253 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2010 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 2010 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | CR-V | Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 83 L |
