2005 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Renault Safrane. (191 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Safrane weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Verada.
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 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Safrane. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Verada | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Verada | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
