2009 Ford E-150 vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Espace would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Renault Espace. (176 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 954 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
Because 2009 Ford E-150 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 2009 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2009 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Espace. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-150 | 2006 Renault Espace | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | E-150 | Espace |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 83 L |