2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1987 Renault Espace
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Renault Espace. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault Espace weights approximately 36 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
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, 1987 Renault Espace (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 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 | 1987 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xsara | Espace |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
