1995 Ford Mondeo vs. 1995 Renault Espace
To start off, both 1995 Ford Mondeo and 1995 Renault Espace were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,499 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Espace (804 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 715 more horse power than 1995 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Espace weights approximately 85 kg more than 1995 Ford Mondeo. 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, 1995 Renault Espace (705 Nm) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Mondeo. (135 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Mondeo. 1995 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Mondeo | 1995 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | Espace |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 804 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 312 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 38 L |
