2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2003 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 338 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2003 Renault Grand Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 2003 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | CR-V | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 83 L |
