1999 Ford 021 C vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, both 1999 Ford 021 C and 1999 Renault Safrane were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Ford 021 C. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford 021 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Safrane weights approximately 227 kg more than 1999 Ford 021 C. 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, 1999 Renault Safrane (200 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford 021 C. (146 Nm). This means 1999 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford 021 C. 1999 Ford 021 C has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Safrane has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Safrane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford 021 C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford 021 C | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | 021 C | Safrane |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 200 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 38 L |