2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Renault Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Renault Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 175 kg more than 2004 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 2004 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sorento | Espace |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
