2004 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2011 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2011 Ford Bantam is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (118 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 840 kg more than 2011 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Ford Bantam (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Bantam 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 | 2011 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Grand Espace | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 54 L |
