1998 Renault Safrane vs. 2011 Chevrolet Volt
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Volt is newer by 13 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, 2011 Chevrolet Volt (149 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (113 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Volt should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Volt weights approximately 15 kg more than 1998 Renault Safrane. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Volt (370 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Safrane. (250 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Volt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Safrane | 2011 Chevrolet Volt | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Safrane | Volt |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 149 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4498 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.7 L/100km | 2.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.9 L/100km | 2.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
