1999 Mitsubishi GTO 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 Mitsubishi GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi GTO would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO (276 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2000 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Safrane.
Because 1999 Mitsubishi GTO is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi GTO 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 Mitsubishi GTO (426 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm). This means 1999 Mitsubishi GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi GTO | 2000 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | GTO | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
