2002 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 590 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul. 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 (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Espace | 2010 Kia Soul | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | Espace | Soul |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 48 L |