1989 Citroen XM vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1998 Renault Safrane is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (113 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 318 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
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, 1998 Renault Safrane (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM. 1998 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 1989 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1989 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | XM | Safrane |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1904 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2770 mm |