1989 Citroen CX vs. 1997 Renault Espace
To start off, 1997 Renault Espace is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1997 Renault Espace. (111 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Espace weights approximately 210 kg more than 1989 Citroen CX.
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, 1997 Renault Espace (234 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen CX | 1997 Renault Espace | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | CX | Espace |
Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |