2001 Audi Avantissimo vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2001 Audi Avantissimo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi Avantissimo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi Avantissimo (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (188 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi Avantissimo should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi Avantissimo weights approximately 215 kg more than 1993 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi Avantissimo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi Avantissimo 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, 2001 Audi Avantissimo (600 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (268 Nm). This means 2001 Audi Avantissimo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Avantissimo | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | Avantissimo | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2770 mm |
