1993 Renault Safrane vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 16 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 40 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (224 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 235 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza. 2009 Subaru Impreza 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. 2009 Subaru Impreza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Renault Safrane | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Safrane | Impreza |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2963 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |