2002 Ford Falcon vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, both 2002 Ford Falcon and 2002 Renault Grand Espace were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (162 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 250 kg more than 2002 Ford Falcon.
Because 2002 Ford Falcon 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 2002 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand 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, 2002 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. 2002 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Falcon | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Falcon | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 83 L |
