1993 Renault Safrane vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 19 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 20 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 2012 Audi TT 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, 2012 Audi TT 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, 2012 Audi TT (465 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane.
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1993 Renault Safrane | 2012 Audi TT | |
Make | Renault | Audi |
Model | Safrane | TT |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1650 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1349 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |