2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2000 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 5 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 4,280 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (379 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2000 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 45 kg more than 2000 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Renault Safrane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Safrane. 2000 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2000 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
Model | V8 Vantage | Safrane |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4280 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 379 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 38 L |