2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Renault Espace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2004 Renault Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Espace weights approximately 262 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Because 2000 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Mustang (522 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Espace. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 2004 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mustang | Espace |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 273 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |
