1998 Fiat Scudo vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1998 Fiat Scudo 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 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 689 kg more than 1998 Fiat Scudo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Renault Safrane is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Scudo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Renault Safrane (365 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Scudo | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Scudo | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
