2007 Mazda 3 vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2007 Mazda 3 and 2007 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3.
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 Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3. 2007 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 3 | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 3 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |
