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, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (168 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 300 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 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (235 Nm @ 4500 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 | 2975 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
