2004 Mazda B3000 vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Mazda B3000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B3000. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 266 kg more than 2004 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Renault Espace (320 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B3000 | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | B3000 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 17.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 83 L |
