2003 Ford Excursion vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1470 kg more than 2007 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace. 2003 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Excursion | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Excursion | Espace |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 83 L |
