2009 Kia Venga vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Kia Venga is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 417 kg more than 2009 Kia Venga. 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, 2006 Renault Espace (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Venga | 2006 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Venga | Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1343 kg | 1760 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 83 L |
