2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2008 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Espace (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 Renault Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Espace. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2008 Renault Espace | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Sorento | Espace |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1760 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |