2007 Renault Espace vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 5 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 141 kg more than 2012 Ford Falcon.
Because 2012 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Espace | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Espace | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
