2011 Ford Expedition vs. 2008 Renault Espace
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2008 Renault Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 742 kg more than 2008 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford Expedition 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 2011 Ford Expedition. 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Espace. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Expedition | 2008 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Expedition | Espace |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 494 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2502 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3023 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 83 L |
