2005 Citroen C8 vs. 2007 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C8 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 143 kg more than 2005 Citroen C8.
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 Grand Espace (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C8 | 2007 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C8 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 83 L |
