1995 Renault Safrane vs. 2000 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2000 Renault Twingo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (162 HP) has 88 more horse power than 2000 Renault Twingo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 575 kg more than 2000 Renault Twingo. 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, 1995 Renault Safrane (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Twingo. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Safrane | 2000 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Safrane | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2434 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
