1993 Renault Safrane vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (264 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 240 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (370 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Safrane | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Safrane | Forester |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2963 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
