1995 Renault Safrane vs. 2003 Holden Rodeo
To start off, 2003 Holden Rodeo is newer by 8 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Holden Rodeo. (145 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Rodeo.
Because 2003 Holden Rodeo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Rodeo 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, 2003 Holden Rodeo (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Rodeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Safrane | 2003 Holden Rodeo | |
| Make | Renault | Holden |
| Model | Safrane | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3060 mm |
