2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C3 and 2007 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 797 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3. 2007 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C3 | 2007 Renault Espace | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | C3 | Espace |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1122 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.3 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |