1998 Renault Safrane vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 14 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, 2012 BMW 116 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (113 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 330 kg more than 2012 BMW 116.
Because 2012 BMW 116 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Renault Safrane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Safrane. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Safrane | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Safrane | 116 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.7 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
