1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2005 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 1231 kg more than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. 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, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen Ak 350 | 2005 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Ak 350 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 83 L |
