1999 Acura Integra vs. 2000 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2000 Renault Safrane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Safrane weights approximately 355 kg more than 1999 Acura Integra. 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, 2000 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura Integra. 1999 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Safrane has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Safrane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Acura Integra | 2000 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Acura | Renault |
Model | Integra | Safrane |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |