1999 Renault Safrane vs. 2007 Audi S4
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 8 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1999 Renault Safrane. (191 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 155 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 2007 Audi S4 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, 2007 Audi S4 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, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Safrane. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Safrane | 2007 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | Safrane | S4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
