2007 Kia Carnival vs. 2011 Renault Espace
To start off, 2011 Renault Espace is newer by 4 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), 2011 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 209 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Carnival | 2011 Renault Espace | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Carnival | Espace |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2024 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 | 10.7 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |