2002 AC Aceca vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2002 AC Aceca is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (113 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 190 kg more than 2002 AC Aceca.
Because 2002 AC Aceca 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 2002 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2002 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Safrane. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Safrane. 1998 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 2002 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 2002 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 AC Aceca | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | Aceca | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
