1995 Renault Safrane vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 10 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (107 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Seat Altea. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Seat Altea. 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 (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Safrane | 2005 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Safrane | Altea |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
