2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 1994 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2004 Ford Mondeo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mondeo (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1994 Renault Safrane. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 104 kg more than 1994 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mondeo | 1994 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
