2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2007 Kia Sportage and 2007 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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, 2007 Renault Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Renault Espace | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Sportage | Espace |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 83 L |