2011 Ford F-150 vs. 2010 Renault Espace
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Renault Espace would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2010 Renault Espace. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 715 kg more than 2010 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford F-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 2011 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford F-150 | 2010 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | F-150 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2530 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 83 L |
