1998 Renault Safrane vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta 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 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (113 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 549 kg more than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta. 1998 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Fiesta 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 | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Renault | Ford |
Model | Safrane | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4067 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1697 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |