2005 Citroen C4 vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C4 (176 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 438 kg more than 2005 Citroen C4.
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, 2007 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C4. (200 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C4 | 2007 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C4 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
