2007 Infiniti M vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1999 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Safrane.
Because 2007 Infiniti M 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 2007 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2007 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti M | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Infiniti | Renault |
| Model | M | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 38 L |
