2007 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2007 Ford Focus and 2007 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 510 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, 2007 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Renault Espace | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Focus | Espace |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 95.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |