2007 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 668 kg more than 2009 Kia Forte. 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 (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte. 2007 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Forte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Grand Espace | 2009 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | Grand Espace | Forte |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 52 L |
