2006 Renault Espace vs. 2006 Ford Falcon
To start off, both 2006 Renault Espace and 2006 Ford Falcon were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 315 kg more than 2006 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault 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 Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Espace | 2006 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Renault | Ford |
Model | Espace | Falcon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 59 L |