1998 Renault Safrane vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 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 5 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 510 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Renault Safrane (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Safrane | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Safrane | Corolla |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |