2002 Mazda Tribute vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, 2002 Mazda Tribute is newer by 3 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Tribute (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1999 Renault Espace. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute 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, 2002 Mazda Tribute (270 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Espace. (189 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Tribute | 1999 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Tribute | Espace |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
