2009 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 480 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Honda Civic (221 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1998 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
