2007 Renault Espace vs. 2011 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2011 Mazda Tribute is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace.
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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda Tribute. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda Tribute. 2007 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda Tribute 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 Renault Espace | 2011 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | Espace | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |
