1999 Renault Safrane vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 13 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (560 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1999 Renault Safrane. (191 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Safrane.
Because 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Safrane. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Safrane | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | Safrane | R8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 560 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1267 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2649 mm |
