2007 Honda Odyssey vs. 1997 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1997 Renault Espace. (111 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 500 kg more than 1997 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey 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, 2007 Honda Odyssey (326 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Espace. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Espace. 2007 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1997 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 1997 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Odyssey | 1997 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Odyssey | Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
