2007 Renault Espace vs. 2011 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Kia Carnival is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 405 kg more than 2007 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 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carnival. 2007 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2011 Kia Carnival has manual transmission. 2011 Kia Carnival will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Espace | 2011 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Espace | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
