2000 Kia Joice vs. 2007 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 7 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 515 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, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Joice. 2007 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Joice has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Joice will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Joice | 2007 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Joice | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1977 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |