2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Espace is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Renault Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 331 kg more than 2007 Citroen C5.
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, 2008 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 2008 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C5 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 83 L |
