2008 Honda Fit vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Safrane weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 Honda Fit. 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, 1999 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit. 1999 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Fit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Fit | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Fit | Safrane |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 38 L |