2012 Kia Forte vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Safrane weights approximately 287 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte.
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, 1999 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte. 1999 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 2012 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2012 Kia Forte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Kia Forte | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Forte | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1238 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4529 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1775 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 38 L |
