1993 Renault Safrane vs. 2010 Audi S4
To start off, 2010 Audi S4 is newer by 17 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S4 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1993 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Renault Safrane | 2010 Audi S4 | |
Make | Renault | Audi |
Model | Safrane | S4 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1826 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |