2007 Renault Espace vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 698 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit. 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, 2007 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Espace | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Espace | Fit |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 40 L |
