1998 Renault Safrane vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (113 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 140 kg more than 2010 Citroen C5.
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 C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Safrane. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Safrane | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Renault | Citroen |
Model | Safrane | C5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 10.9 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 | 1700 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |