2006 Mazda 5 vs. 2007 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 5.
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, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 5 | 2007 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 5 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
