1992 Renault Safrane vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 18 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1992 Renault Safrane. (98 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 815 kg more than 1992 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Safrane. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault Safrane | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | Safrane | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2855 mm |
