2004 Honda Avancier vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2004 Honda Avancier 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 42 more horse power than 2004 Honda Avancier. (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Avancier weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Renault Safrane.
Because 2004 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Avancier will offer significantly more control. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Avancier. (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Avancier | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Avancier | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
