2007 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 8 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 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1999 Renault Safrane. (191 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Safrane weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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, 1999 Renault Safrane (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | A6 | Safrane |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |