1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1998 Renault Safrane is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 289 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 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, 1998 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 1998 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 1993 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1993 Citroen Xantia 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:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xantia | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
