1998 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1999 Renault Safrane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Safrane (191 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1998 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A6.
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, 1999 Renault Safrane (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A6. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A6. 1999 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 1998 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 1998 Audi A6 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:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A6 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2598 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
