1995 Renault Safrane vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is newer by 17 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 Renault Safrane. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 290 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.
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, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane. 1995 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Safrane | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
| Make | Renault | Mini |
| Model | Safrane | Cooper Roadster |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
