2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 375 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3. 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, 2000 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane. 2000 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 1993 Renault Safrane has manual transmission. 1993 Renault Safrane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C3 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2770 mm |
