2004 Renault Megane vs. 1997 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2004 Renault Megane is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Safrane (142 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Safrane weights approximately 205 kg more than 2004 Renault Megane. 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, 1997 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Megane | 1997 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Megane | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |
