2006 Ford Expedition vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Expedition 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 151 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1006 kg more than 2007 Renault 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 2007 Renault 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Expedition | 2007 Renault Espace | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Expedition | Espace |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 496 Nm | 320 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 | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 83 L |