2004 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 895 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. 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, 2007 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Kalos | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Daewoo | Renault |
| Model | Kalos | Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |
