1993 Renault Safrane vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 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 2,963 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 2007 Volvo S40. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Renault Safrane is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo S40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (370 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S40. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Safrane | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Safrane | S40 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2963 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
