1998 Renault Safrane vs. 2004 Honda Legend
To start off, 2004 Honda Legend is newer by 6 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (113 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 Honda Legend.
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, 2004 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Safrane. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Safrane | 2004 Honda Legend | |
Make | Renault | Honda |
Model | Safrane | Legend |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |