2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 241 kg more than 2004 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Grand Espace (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (112 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C5 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 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 | 1619 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
