2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 Renault Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1229 kg more than 2006 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Espace. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2006 Renault Espace | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Excursion | Espace |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2989 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 83 L |