2008 Kia Rio vs. 1995 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Rio (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1995 Renault Espace. (103 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Espace weights approximately 388 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio.
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, 1995 Renault Espace (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Rio | 1995 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Rio | Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 77 L |
