2009 Ford Escape vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (174 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (172 HP @ 6550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 823 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escape | Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 83 L |
