2008 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 370 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 (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2004 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |