1997 Ford Escort vs. 1997 Renault Espace
To start off, both 1997 Ford Escort and 1997 Renault Espace were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Espace (111 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1997 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Espace weights approximately 460 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Renault Espace (234 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Escort. (115 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Escort | 1997 Renault Espace | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Escort | Espace |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1391 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |