2008 Kia Carnival vs. 1998 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Kia Carnival is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carnival weights approximately 318 kg more than 1998 Renault Grand 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, 1998 Renault Grand Espace (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carnival. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carnival | 1998 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Carnival | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
