2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 66 kg more than 2002 Renault Grand Espace.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Freestar (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Freestar | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 17.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
