2008 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 5 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. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 576 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic. 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 (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Grand Espace | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Renault | Honda |
Model | Grand Espace | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4458 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |