1994 Renault Safrane vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 17 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. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1994 Renault Safrane. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 241 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 2011 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 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, 2011 BMW 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault Safrane | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Safrane | 325 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
