2010 Renault Espace vs. 2011 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2011 Kia Rondo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rondo. (198 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rondo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Espace weights approximately 530 kg more than 2011 Kia Rondo. 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, 2010 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rondo. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Renault Espace | 2011 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | Espace | Rondo |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |