2007 Mazda 6 vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1990 Renault Espace. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Espace weights approximately 384 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 6 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
