2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1993 Renault Express
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Express would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 2036 kg more than 1993 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred 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 Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express. 2006 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1993 Renault Express has manual transmission. 1993 Renault Express will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Five Hundred | 1993 Renault Express | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Five Hundred | Express |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2590 mm |
