2004 Mazda 3 vs. 2004 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, both 2004 Mazda 3 and 2004 Renault Grand Espace were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 540 kg more than 2004 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 3. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 3. 2004 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 3 | 2004 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 3 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |
