1999 Renault Safrane vs. 2002 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2002 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 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 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Safrane (191 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Ram. (174 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Ram weights approximately 490 kg more than 1999 Renault Safrane.
Because 2002 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Ram 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, 2002 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Safrane. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Safrane | 2002 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Renault | Dodge |
| Model | Safrane | Ram |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
