2004 Kia Sportage vs. 2004 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, both 2004 Kia Sportage and 2004 Renault Grand Espace were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sportage. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage 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, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sportage. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Sportage | 2004 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Sportage | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 83 L |