2008 Kia Sedona vs. 2010 Renault Espace
To start off, 2010 Renault Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sedona weights approximately 175 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sedona. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sedona | 2010 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sedona | Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |
