2000 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Espace is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 721 kg more than 2000 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, 2008 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escort. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Escort | 2008 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Espace |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 83 L |
