1994 Renault Safrane vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Safrane would be higher. Both 1994 Renault Safrane and 2010 BMW 120 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1994 Renault Safrane. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 151 kg more than 1994 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Renault Safrane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault Safrane | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Safrane | 120 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
