1996 Renault Safrane vs. 2002 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Lupo. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 555 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Lupo. 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, 1996 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Lupo. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Safrane | 2002 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Safrane | Lupo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 34 L |