2002 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2002 Audi A4 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A4 (184 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (113 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 270 kg more than 2002 Audi A4.
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, 1998 Renault Safrane (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A4 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
