1993 Renault Safrane vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 18 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (264 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q7. (225 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1993 Renault Safrane.
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, 2011 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (370 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane. 2011 Audi Q7 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. 2011 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Safrane | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | Safrane | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2963 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
