1993 Renault Safrane vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1993 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane. 2005 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 1993 Renault Safrane has manual transmission. 1993 Renault Safrane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Renault Safrane | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Safrane | V70 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |