1993 Renault Safrane vs. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 11 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 116 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (268 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (235 Nm). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Safrane | 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Safrane | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 268 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
