1995 Renault Safrane vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 4 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 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 714 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (365 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Renault Safrane | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Renault | Suzuki |
Model | Safrane | Vitara |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2963 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |