1995 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Espace would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Espace (804 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 494 more horse power than 2010 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1995 Renault Espace.
Because 2010 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Expedition. (494 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Espace | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Espace | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3499 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 804 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 127 L |
