1991 Citroen C 15 vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, both 1991 Citroen C 15 and 1991 Renault Espace were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Espace (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1991 Citroen C 15. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 675 kg more than 1991 Citroen C 15. 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, 1991 Renault Espace (182 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen C 15. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen C 15 | 1991 Renault Espace | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | C 15 | Espace |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |