2007 Nissan Sentra vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Safrane.
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, 2007 Nissan Sentra (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Sentra | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Sentra | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
