2012 Kia Rio vs. 2004 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 644 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio. 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, 2004 Renault Grand Espace (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Kia Rio | 2004 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Kia | Renault |
Model | Rio | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4046 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 83 L |