2006 Mazda Drifter vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2006 Mazda Drifter and 2006 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Because 2006 Mazda Drifter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mazda Drifter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter. 2006 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda Drifter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Drifter | 2006 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Drifter | Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 3497 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 83 L |
