2009 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2006 Renault Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 480 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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, 2009 Ford Focus (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2006 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |
