2007 Kia Carnival vs. 2010 Renault Espace
To start off, 2010 Renault Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carnival. (182 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 353 kg more than 2010 Renault Espace.
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, 2007 Kia Carnival (343 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Espace. 2010 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Carnival will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Carnival | 2010 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Carnival | Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2168 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
