2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 9 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 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (113 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 376 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 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Safrane. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Safrane |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4393 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |