2000 Renault Safrane vs. 2007 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 7 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. Both 2000 Renault Safrane and 2007 Volkswagen Eos are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Volkswagen Eos (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Safrane | 2007 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Safrane | Eos |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |