2002 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT 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 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2002 Porsche Carrera GT 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 Porsche Carrera GT. 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 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT 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 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT 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 Porsche Carrera GT | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | Carrera GT | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 38 L |
