1998 Renault Safrane vs. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 4 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 2,553 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 135 kg more than 1998 Renault Safrane.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Microbus 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 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2002 Volkswagen Microbus (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Microbus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Safrane | 2002 Volkswagen Microbus | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Safrane | Microbus |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |