2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 740 kg more than 2006 Ford Mustang.
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, 2007 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, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mustang | 2007 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mustang | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 83 L |
