2000 Kia Avella vs. 1998 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2000 Kia Avella is newer by 2 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2000 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 745 kg more than 2000 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Avella | 1998 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Avella | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2880 mm |