2005 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2010 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Renault Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Espace weights approximately 200 kg more than 2010 Kia Sportage.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Renault Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sportage. 2010 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Espace | 2010 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | Espace | Sportage |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1869 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2629 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |