2006 Kia Carnival vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2006 Kia Carnival and 2006 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Carnival (182 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Renault Espace. (176 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 248 kg more than 2006 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Carnival. (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Carnival. 2006 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Carnival will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Carnival | 2006 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Carnival | Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.2 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2168 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
