2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Xsara and 2008 Renault Grand Espace were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 524 kg more than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
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, both vehicles can yield 250 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2008 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Xsara | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 168 HP |
Torque | 250 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 83 L |