2001 Citroen C2 vs. 1994 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2001 Citroen C2 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Safrane (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Safrane weights approximately 444 kg more than 2001 Citroen C2. 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, 1994 Renault Safrane (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C2 | 1994 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C2 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2770 mm |
