2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 459 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V. 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 (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault 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 | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | CR-V | Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 83 L |
