1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1994 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Safrane (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 166 kg more than 1994 Renault Safrane.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 1994 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sportage | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
