2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 5 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Renault Safrane. (191 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Safrane.
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, 1999 Renault Safrane (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | 300 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| 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 | 1580 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2770 mm |
