1997 Porsche 911 vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1999 Renault Safrane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1999 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Safrane weights approximately 375 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Safrane. 1999 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 1997 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1997 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche 911 | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 537 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 38 L |
