1993 Renault Safrane vs. 2011 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2011 Jeep Patriot 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (168 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 124 kg more than 2011 Jeep Patriot.
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 (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Patriot. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Safrane | 2011 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Renault | Jeep |
| Model | Safrane | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
