2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2007 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 767 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
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 Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | 2007 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Odyssey | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 83 L |
