1997 Lancia K vs. 1997 Renault Safrane
To start off, both 1997 Lancia K and 1997 Renault Safrane were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia K (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Renault Safrane. (142 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia K should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Safrane weights approximately 85 kg more than 1997 Lancia K.
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 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia K. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia K.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lancia K | 1997 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Lancia | Renault |
Model | K | Safrane |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |