1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xantia is newer by 3 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 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 325 kg more than 1998 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, 1995 Renault Safrane (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xantia | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xantia | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
