2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 2012 Renault Espace
To start off, 2012 Renault Espace is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Espace weights approximately 144 kg more than 2005 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, 2012 Renault Espace (330 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 2012 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 2012 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | B3000 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| 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 | 154 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 330 Nm |
| 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 | 1671 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 83 L |
