1993 Renault Espace vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 1997 Kia Joice is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1993 Renault Espace. (105 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Espace weights approximately 65 kg more than 1997 Kia Joice.
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, 1997 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Espace. (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Espace. 1997 Kia Joice has automatic transmission and 1993 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 1993 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Kia Joice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Renault Espace | 1997 Kia Joice | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | Espace | Joice |
Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |