1998 Renault Safrane vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 12 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (113 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane.
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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera. (231 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera. 1998 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera has manual transmission. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Safrane | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Safrane | Brera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
