2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2002 Renault Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (107 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 220 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5.
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, 2002 Renault Espace (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Renault Espace | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | C5 | Espace |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 83 L |