2002 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace would be higher. At 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 139 kg more than 2010 Kia Borrego.
Because 2010 Kia Borrego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Kia Borrego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Espace. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Espace | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | Espace | Borrego |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4627 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 337 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 78 L |