2008 Citroen C6 vs. 2002 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2008 Citroen C6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C6 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2002 Renault Grand Espace.
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 C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Grand Espace. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C6 | 2002 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C6 | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 8.1 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 | 1870 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
