2008 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (174 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 513 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-7.
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, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda CX-7. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda CX-7 | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | CX-7 | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 83 L |