2004 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, both 2004 Renault Grand Espace and 2004 Ford Mustang were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 298 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Because 2004 Ford Mustang 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 2004 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Grand Espace | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Renault | Ford |
Model | Grand Espace | Mustang |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 59 L |