2000 Renault Safrane vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (124 HP @ 3250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 35 kg more than 2000 Renault Safrane.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Safrane. 2005 Opel Vectra has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Safrane has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Safrane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Safrane | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Renault | Opel |
Model | Safrane | Vectra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |