1998 Renault Safrane vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 15 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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 230 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.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Safrane | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Renault | Jaguar |
Model | Safrane | XJ |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5127 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2105 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3032 mm |