2007 Ford Focus vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (107 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 389 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. 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, 2002 Renault Espace (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (216 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |
