2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Renault Safrane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Safrane. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1998 Renault Safrane has manual transmission. 1998 Renault Safrane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Silverado | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 38 L |
