1991 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1991 Renault Espace. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 596 kg more than 1991 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Kia Sorento (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Espace | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Espace | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 3295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
