2012 Ford F-450 vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Espace would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 765 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Espace. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford F-450 | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | F-450 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6700 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 1085 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6680 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2438 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2024 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4379 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 142 L | 83 L |
