1995 Renault Safrane vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 16 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, 2011 Audi TT (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1995 Renault Safrane. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 25 kg more than 2011 Audi TT.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Safrane | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | Safrane | TT |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2434 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
