2002 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2010 Mercury Milan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 175 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 185 kg more than 2010 Mercury Milan.
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 Renault Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercury Milan. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Espace | 2010 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Renault | Mercury |
| Model | Espace | Milan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |
