2005 Citroen C3 vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2005 Citroen C3 is newer by 6 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 102 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Safrane weights approximately 369 kg more than 2005 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, 1999 Renault Safrane (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C3 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2770 mm |
