2009 Peugeot 407 vs. 1997 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 407 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1997 Renault Safrane. (142 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Safrane weights approximately 321 kg more than 2009 Peugeot 407.
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 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Peugeot 407 | 1997 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 407 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1204 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 38 L |
