2001 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, 2001 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Kia Capital. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Kia Capital would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1993 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1993 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 336 kg more than 1993 Kia Capital. 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, 2001 Renault Grand Espace (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Kia Capital. 1993 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 2001 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 2001 Renault Grand Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Grand Espace | 1993 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Grand Espace | Capital |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
