2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Espace (174 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 158 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sportage | Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 83 L |
