2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter 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, 1999 Renault Safrane (191 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 370 kg more than 1999 Renault Safrane.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Safrane. (277 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Sprinter | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6710 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2770 mm |
