2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Espace would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1372 kg more than 1990 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Expedition (476 Nm) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Expedition | Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 68 L |
