2010 Renault Espace vs. 2013 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-9 (269 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Renault Espace. (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2010 Renault Espace. 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, 2013 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Renault Espace | 2013 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | Espace | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1927 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |
