2007 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2000 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 762 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 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 Grand Espace (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Grand Espace | 2000 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | Grand Espace | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1138 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 47 L |
