1999 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Espace (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Espace weights approximately 238 kg more than 2010 Citroen C3. 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, 1999 Renault Espace (189 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Espace | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | Espace | C3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
