2008 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 844 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Grand Espace | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Espace | 2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 43 L |
