1993 Renault Safrane vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane. 2009 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Renault Safrane | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Safrane | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |