2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2004 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition 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 562 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2004 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Expedition | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 93 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 83 L |
