2000 Honda NSX vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 1 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 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1999 Renault Safrane. (191 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Safrane weights approximately 210 kg more than 2000 Honda NSX.
Because 2000 Honda NSX 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 2000 Honda NSX. 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, 2000 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Safrane. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Safrane. 1999 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2000 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda NSX | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | NSX | Safrane |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3177 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2770 mm |