2012 Ford F-450 vs. 1997 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 15 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1997 Renault Safrane. (142 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Safrane.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 885 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Ford F-450 | 1997 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | F-450 | Safrane |
Year Released | 2012 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6700 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 1085 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6680 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2438 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2024 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4379 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 142 L | 38 L |