1993 Renault Safrane vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (168 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (108 HP @ 2750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 32 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Safrane | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Safrane | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
