2008 Honda HR-V vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, both 2008 Honda HR-V and 2008 Renault Grand Espace were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 693 kg more than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-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, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda HR-V | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | HR-V | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1995 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 | 135 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |