1998 Audi A8 vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1998 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A8 (340 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1995 Renault Safrane. (268 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1998 Audi A8 (556 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (365 Nm). This means 1998 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A8 | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A8 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.7 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |
