1999 Renault Safrane vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1999 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 925 kg more than 1999 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Safrane. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward 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. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Safrane | 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | |
| Make | Renault | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Safrane | Park Ward |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 499 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 100 L |
