2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1998 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (114 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1186 kg more than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Grand Espace. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1998 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 1998 Renault Grand Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 1998 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Expedition | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 50 L |
