2008 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 398 kg more than 2010 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Ranger 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 2010 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger. 2008 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Renault Espace | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Renault | Ford |
Model | Espace | Ranger |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1447 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5171 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3193 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 74 L |