2010 Renault Espace vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Renault Espace is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic 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 154 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Espace weights approximately 975 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Renault Espace | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Espace | Civic |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 42 L |
