2007 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,261 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 229 kg more than 2010 Ford Mondeo.
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 (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Mondeo. 2010 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Espace | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Espace | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
