1998 Renault Safrane vs. 1999 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Safrane (113 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 520 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1998 Renault Safrane (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. 1998 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 1999 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 1999 Suzuki Samurai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Safrane | 1999 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Safrane | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
