2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 225 kg more than 1998 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum 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 Dodge Magnum (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Magnum | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |
