1994 Renault Safrane vs. 2004 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 206 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Renault Safrane. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Safrane weights approximately 228 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 206.
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, 1994 Renault Safrane (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 206. 2004 Peugeot 206 has automatic transmission and 1994 Renault Safrane has manual transmission. 1994 Renault Safrane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Peugeot 206 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault Safrane | 2004 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Renault | Peugeot |
| Model | Safrane | 206 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
