1998 Renault Safrane vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 10 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, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (113 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 402 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Safrane | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Safrane | Bora |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
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 | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |