2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, both 2008 Kia Sportage and 2008 Renault Grand Espace were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 358 kg more than 2008 Kia Sportage. 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, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sportage | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Sportage | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 83 L |