2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 Renault Espace
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Espace (138 HP) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2000 Renault Espace.
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, 2000 Renault Espace (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2000 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C5 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
