1999 Renault Safrane vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 12 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 16 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Safrane weights approximately 140 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 120 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 2011 BMW 120. 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, 2011 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Safrane. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Renault Safrane | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | Safrane | 120 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |