2006 Audi A4 vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 13 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. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (264 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 245 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (370 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A4 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
