2007 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 Renault Espace
To start off, 2012 Renault Espace is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2012 Renault Espace. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Espace weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Ford Expedition.
Because 2007 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Expedition | 2012 Renault Espace | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Expedition | Espace |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 83 L |