2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Safrane would be higher. Both 2005 Ford Mondeo and 1993 Renault Safrane are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 25 kg more than 1993 Renault Safrane.
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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Mondeo | Safrane |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |