1999 Renault Safrane vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1999 Renault Safrane. (191 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1210 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 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Safrane. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Safrane | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Safrane | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3650 mm |
