1999 Renault Safrane vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 6 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 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1999 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Safrane weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio.
Because 2005 Renault Clio 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 2005 Renault Clio. 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, 2005 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Safrane | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Safrane | Clio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 61 L |
