2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (107 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Because 2005 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Espace. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mustang | 2002 Renault Espace | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Mustang | Espace |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 83 L |