2007 Renault Espace vs. 2011 Ford Flex
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace.
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, 2011 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Espace | 2011 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Espace | Flex |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
