1993 Renault Safrane vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 19 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (264 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 200 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (370 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Renault Safrane | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | Safrane | X3 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2963 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |