1996 Citroen C 15 vs. 2006 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Renault Espace is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1996 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Espace weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1996 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, 2006 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen C 15 | 2006 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C 15 | Espace |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 83 L |
