1993 Renault Safrane vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC90 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 705 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 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane. 2012 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 1993 Renault Safrane has manual transmission. 1993 Renault Safrane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Safrane | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Safrane | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
