2009 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Renault Espace. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Espace weights approximately 361 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
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, 2000 Renault Espace (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2009 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2000 Renault Espace | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Espace |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |