2008 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1999 Renault Espace. (112 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Espace weights approximately 136 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
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 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Espace. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Espace. 1999 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1999 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
