2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C3 and 2005 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Espace (118 HP) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Espace weights approximately 640 kg more than 2005 Citroen C3. 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, 2005 Renault Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C3 | 2005 Renault Espace | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | C3 | Espace |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 118 HP |
Torque | 115 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |