2009 Citroen C1 vs. 2009 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C1 and 2009 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Espace weights approximately 950 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1. 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, 2009 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1. 2009 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C1 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 2009 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C1 | Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 83 L |
