2008 Renault Espace vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 2008 Renault Espace is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life 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 Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Espace | 1999 Honda Life | |
Make | Renault | Honda |
Model | Espace | Life |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2956 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2370 mm |