1999 Chrysler Cirrus 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 Chrysler Cirrus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chrysler Cirrus would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chrysler Cirrus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chrysler Cirrus (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler Cirrus should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Safrane weights approximately 98 kg more than 1999 Chrysler Cirrus.
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, 1999 Chrysler Cirrus (230 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Chrysler Cirrus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chrysler Cirrus | 2000 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Cirrus | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1427 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
