1996 Ford Escort vs. 1997 Renault Espace
To start off, 1997 Renault Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Renault Espace. (111 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Espace weights approximately 360 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort.
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, 1996 Ford Escort (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Espace. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Escort | 1997 Renault Espace | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Escort | Espace |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |