2000 Kia Joice vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Joice would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 300 kg more than 2000 Kia Joice. 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, 2002 Renault Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Joice | 2002 Renault Espace | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Joice | Espace |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |