2004 Honda FR-V vs. 2004 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, both 2004 Honda FR-V and 2004 Renault Grand Espace were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2004 Honda FR-V and 2004 Renault Grand Espace are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Honda FR-V. (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 300 kg more than 2004 Honda FR-V. 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, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda FR-V. 2004 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda FR-V has manual transmission. 2004 Honda FR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda FR-V | 2004 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | FR-V | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 83 L |