2002 Renault Espace vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 10 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (107 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 363 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
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 (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Espace | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | Espace | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93.5 mm |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1337 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 53 L |