2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2005 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Espace would be higher. Both 2007 Mazda 6 and 2005 Renault Espace are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Renault Espace. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Espace weights approximately 221 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
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 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Espace. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2005 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 6 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |
