2002 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (113 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 586 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic.
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) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (153 Nm). This means 1998 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic. 1998 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |
