2010 Renault Espace vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2010 Renault Espace is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Espace weights approximately 485 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX. 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, 2010 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Renault Espace | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Espace | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |
