2005 Mazda MX-Flexa vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa is newer by 3 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 80 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa.
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, 2002 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | MX-Flexa | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
