2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1995 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Espace would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Espace (804 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 552 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1910 kg more than 1995 Renault Espace.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1995 Renault Espace (705 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Excursion. (474 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1995 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Excursion | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5405 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 804 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 38 L |
