2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 221 kg more than 2005 Kia Sorento. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Grand Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2004 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sorento | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| 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 | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1770 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
