2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C3 and 2006 Renault Grand Espace were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Grand Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 824 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Renault Grand Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C3 | 2006 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | C3 | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1962 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |