1993 Renault Safrane vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1993 Renault Safrane.
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, 2010 Citroen C4 (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Safrane | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | Safrane | C4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 268 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
