1993 Renault Express vs. 2007 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Express would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 1187 kg more than 1993 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Stavic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Stavic 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, 2007 SsangYong Stavic (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express. 2007 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 1993 Renault Express has manual transmission. 1993 Renault Express will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Express | 2007 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Express | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3010 mm |
