2005 Audi S4 vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1995 Renault Safrane. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1995 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (211 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | S4 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
