2011 Mazda 6 vs. 2004 Renault Espace
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2004 Renault Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Espace weights approximately 281 kg more than 2011 Mazda 6.
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, 2011 Mazda 6 (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Espace. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda 6 | 2004 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 6 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
