2004 Ford Taurus vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2004 Ford Taurus is newer by 6 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Taurus (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (113 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 114 kg more than 2004 Ford Taurus.
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, 1998 Renault Safrane (250 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (245 Nm). This means 1998 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Taurus | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Taurus | Safrane |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |