2006 Ford Escape vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 4 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 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (174 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 625 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escape | Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2944 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 83 L |
