2005 Ford Ikon vs. 2003 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2005 Ford Ikon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Grand Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 840 kg more than 2005 Ford Ikon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Renault Grand Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ikon | 2003 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Ikon | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1900 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 83 L |
