2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault Espace (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault Espace weights approximately 144 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault Espace (163 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xsara | Espace |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
