1998 Renault Safrane vs. 2011 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Elantra 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 Hyundai Elantra (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (113 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Elantra 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Safrane | 2011 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | Safrane | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |
