2005 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Espace would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2005 Renault Espace. (176 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Espace weights approximately 317 kg more than 2010 Ford Mustang.
Because 2010 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 2010 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2010 Ford Mustang (440 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Espace. 2005 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Espace | 2010 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Espace | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |
