1993 Renault Safrane vs. 2012 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2012 Nissan Rogue 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 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (264 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 189 kg more than 2012 Nissan Rogue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Renault Safrane is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan Rogue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (370 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Safrane | 2012 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Safrane | Rogue |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2963 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4656 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1659 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
