2006 Mini One vs. 1994 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2006 Mini One is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Safrane (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Mini One. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Safrane weights approximately 199 kg more than 2006 Mini One. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Mini One (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mini One | 1994 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | One | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2770 mm |
