2009 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (162 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 611 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (251 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Grand Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
