2008 Opel Vectra vs. 2000 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 Renault Safrane. 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, 2008 Opel Vectra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Vectra | 2000 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Vectra | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
