1998 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (114 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 597 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio. 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, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Grand Espace | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Grand Espace | Rio |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2186 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
