1999 Renault Safrane vs. 2009 Citroen C8
To start off, 2009 Citroen C8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Safrane (191 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 163 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Renault Safrane (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C8. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Renault Safrane | 2009 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Renault | Citroen |
Model | Safrane | C8 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |