2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2005 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Renault Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Espace weights approximately 309 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V.
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, 2005 Renault Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 2005 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | CR-V | Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | 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 | 166 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 83 L |
