1998 Ford Explorer vs. 2007 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 4 kg more than 2007 Renault Grand Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 2007 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Explorer | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2880 mm |
