2009 Kia Rondo vs. 2005 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Kia Rondo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rondo (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Renault Espace. (176 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Espace weights approximately 635 kg more than 2009 Kia Rondo.
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, 2005 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rondo. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rondo | 2005 Renault Espace | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Rondo | Espace |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |