2002 Dodge Neon vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2002 Dodge Neon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Neon (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Safrane weights approximately 319 kg more than 2002 Dodge Neon.
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, 2002 Dodge Neon (304 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Neon | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Neon | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 38 L |
