1993 Renault Safrane vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 20 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti FX (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 697 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 2013 Infiniti FX 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, 2013 Infiniti FX 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, 2013 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane. 2013 Infiniti FX 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. 2013 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Renault Safrane | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Renault | Infiniti |
Model | Safrane | FX |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2885 mm |