2007 Kia Cerato vs. 2007 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, both 2007 Kia Cerato and 2007 Renault Grand Espace were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2007 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 574 kg more than 2007 Kia Cerato. 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, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Cerato | 2007 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Cerato | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |