2008 Kia Rio vs. 2008 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2008 Kia Rio and 2008 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 819 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, 2008 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Renault Espace | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Rio | Espace |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 175 HP |
Torque | 125 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1101 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |