2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, both 2005 Ford Mondeo and 2005 Renault Grand Espace were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 467 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo. 2005 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1369 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 83 L |
