2004 Renault Fluence vs. 2000 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2004 Renault Fluence is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Fluence is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Fluence (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2000 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Fluence should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Safrane weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 Renault Fluence.
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 Renault Fluence (366 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Renault Fluence will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Safrane. 2004 Renault Fluence has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Safrane has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Safrane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Renault Fluence will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Fluence | 2000 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Fluence | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
