2006 Audi TT vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2006 Audi TT 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (188 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Audi TT.
Because 2006 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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 TT (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | TT | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
