2000 Kia Rio vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Rio would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 965 kg more than 2000 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, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Rio | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Rio | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2880 mm |
