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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Renault Espace. (174 HP @ 4400 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 297 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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 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 | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 83 L |
