1998 Renault Safrane vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (113 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 168 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Safrane. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Safrane | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Safrane | Passat |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |