2001 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 460 kg more than 2001 Ford Focus. 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, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Focus | 2005 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
