2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 610 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. 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, 1998 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda. 1998 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Panda | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 915 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 38 L |
