2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2008 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition 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 132 more horse power than 2008 Renault Espace. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 552 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Espace. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2008 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Expedition | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| 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 | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 83 L |
