2005 Mazda Carol vs. 2004 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1230 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Carol | 2004 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Carol | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 83 L |
