1992 Renault Safrane vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,460 cc, 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle (129 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1992 Renault Safrane. (107 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Safrane weights approximately 52 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault Safrane | 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Safrane | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2460 cc |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
