2005 Ford C-MAX vs. 2001 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2005 Ford C-MAX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Ford C-MAX. (104 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 288 kg more than 2005 Ford C-MAX. 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, 2001 Renault Grand Espace (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford C-MAX. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford C-MAX | 2001 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | C-MAX | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
