2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Renault Espace. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 59 kg more than 1999 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Espace. (189 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1999 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sorento | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1490 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
