2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 340 kg more than 1991 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Five Hundred | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
