2006 Ford Galaxy vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2006 Ford Galaxy and 2006 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Galaxy (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Renault Espace. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 19 kg more than 2006 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Galaxy (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Espace. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Galaxy | 2006 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Galaxy | Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1779 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
