2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Renault Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 195 kg more than 2006 Renault Espace. 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 Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 2006 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Pilot | Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 83 L |
