2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 318 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 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, 2007 Renault Espace (330 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mustang. (310 Nm). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mustang | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 83 L |
