1997 Audi A6 vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1997 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A6 (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane.
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, 1997 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
