1998 Renault Safrane vs. 1997 Citroen XM
To start off, 1998 Renault Safrane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen XM (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (113 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 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 109 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Citroen XM (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Safrane. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Safrane | 1997 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | Safrane | XM |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1591 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
