1993 Renault Safrane vs. 2011 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2011 Jeep Liberty 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 496 kg more than 1993 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Jeep Liberty 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, 2011 Jeep Liberty 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, 2011 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane. 2011 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Safrane | 2011 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Renault | Jeep |
| Model | Safrane | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4473 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2695 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 74 L |
