1993 Renault Safrane vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (177 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Safrane | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Safrane | S60 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 268 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
