2007 Renault Trafic vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Trafic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Trafic would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 295 kg more than 2012 Mazda 5.
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 Trafic (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Trafic | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | Trafic | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
