2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Renault Safrane. (191 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 787 kg more than 1999 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition 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 2004 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (395 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Safrane. (277 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Expedition | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2367 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2770 mm |
