1999 Renault Safrane vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Safrane (191 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Safrane weights approximately 232 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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 Renault Safrane (277 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm). This means 1999 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Safrane | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Safrane | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1348 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
