1996 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Renault Espace
To start off, 2000 Renault Espace is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Espace (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Espace weights approximately 360 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort. 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, 2000 Renault Espace (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 2000 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Espace |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| 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 | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
