Kia Carnival 2014 vs Renault Espace 2018
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.2 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 200 HP | 200 HP | |
| Torque: | 440 NM | 400 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 13.6 seconds | 9.1 seconds | |
| Kia Carnival and Renault Espace have the same engine power, but Kia Carnival torque is 40 NM more than Renault Espace. Kia Carnival reaches 100 km/h speed 4.5 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.7 | 5.3 | |
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The Renault Espace is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Kia Carnival consumes 2.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Renault Espace, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Kia Carnival could require 360 litres more fuel. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 171 mm (6.7 inches) | 160 mm (6.3 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Kia Carnival can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Kia Carnival version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 16 years | 7 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Hyundai Santa FE, Kia Sorento, Hyundai Grandeur | Used also on Renault Koleos | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Kia Carnival might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Kia Carnival 2014 2.2 engine: In 2009, Hyundai-Kia introduced a new generation of R-series diesel engines. The 2.2-liter version featured a cast-iron block, an aluminum 16-valve cylinder head with hydraulic lifters, and a Bosch CP4 Common Rail fuel ... More about Kia Carnival 2014 2.2 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 5.12 m | 4.86 m | |
| Width: | 1.99 m | 1.89 m | |
| Height: | 1.74 m | 1.68 m | |
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Kia Carnival is larger. Kia Carnival is 26 cm longer than the Renault Espace, 10 cm wider, while the height of Kia Carnival is 7 cm higher. | |||
| Seats: | no data | 7 seats | |
| Trunk capacity: | 359 litres | 247 litres | |
| Trunk capacity with 7 seats: | no data | 247 litres | |
| Trunk capacity with 5 seats: | 359 litres | no data | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
2335 litres | 2035 litres | |
| The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Kia Carnival (by 300 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.2 meters | 11.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Kia Carnival is 0.7 metres less than that of the Renault Espace, which means Kia Carnival can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Power steering: | Hydraulic power steering | Electric power steering | |
| Hydraulic power steering is technologically more complex, louder, increases fuel consumption and requires more servicing. It has the advantages of more power, less strain on the car's electrical system and better feedback (feeling) when steering. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 3`045 | 2`542 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | no data | 14 200 | |
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