2006 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2000 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,688 cc, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 425 kg more than 2000 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Sprinter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Sprinter 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 Sprinter (331 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Sprinter | 2000 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Sprinter | Safrane |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1998 cc |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2260 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 38 L |