2004 Kia Retona vs. 2011 Renault Espace
To start off, 2011 Renault Espace is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Retona would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 55 kg more than 2011 Renault Espace.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Retona 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, 2011 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Retona. 2011 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2004 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 2004 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Kia Retona | 2011 Renault Espace | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Retona | Espace |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2870 mm |