1995 Renault Safrane vs. 1996 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1996 Ford Aspire is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1996 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 605 kg more than 1996 Ford Aspire. 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, 1995 Renault Safrane (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Aspire. 1995 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Aspire has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Aspire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Safrane | 1996 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Safrane | Aspire |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 37 L |
