1993 Renault Safrane vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 14 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 320 kg more than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Safrane | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Safrane | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 18.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
