2006 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1999 Renault Grand Espace. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1196 kg more than 1999 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 Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Grand Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Grand Espace. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mustang | 1999 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mustang | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2067 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
