2002 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Espace is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus would be higher. Both 2002 Ford Focus and 2008 Renault Espace are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 160 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus.
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, 2002 Ford Focus (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Espace. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2008 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | Espace |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
