2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1999 Renault Espace. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Espace weights approximately 380 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
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 Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Espace. (189 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Espace. 2009 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Taurus | 1999 Renault Espace | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Taurus | Espace |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |