2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Renault Espace. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 161 kg more than 2000 Renault Espace. 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Espace. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2000 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C5 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1651 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
