2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 11 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 585 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato.
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, 2009 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Ducato | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Ducato | Safrane |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |