2008 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2012 Honda Stream
To start off, 2012 Honda Stream is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. Both 2008 Renault Grand Espace and 2012 Honda Stream are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Honda Stream. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 339 kg more than 2012 Honda Stream. 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, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Grand Espace | 2012 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Grand Espace | Stream |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
