1997 Mazda 626 vs. 2000 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2000 Renault Safrane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 626 would be higher. Both 1997 Mazda 626 and 2000 Renault Safrane are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Safrane weights approximately 320 kg more than 1997 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda 626 | 2000 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 626 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
