1996 Citroen C 15 vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1996 Citroen C 15 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1996 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 879 kg more than 1996 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Renault Safrane is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Renault Safrane (365 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen C 15 | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C 15 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
