2007 Citroen C3 vs. 1997 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Safrane (142 HP) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Safrane weights approximately 445 kg more than 2007 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, 1997 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (119 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 1997 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C3 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 142 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
