2006 Ford Escape vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,261 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 515 kg more than 1989 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escape | Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
