1995 Renault Safrane vs. 2007 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avalon is newer by 12 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 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avalon (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1995 Renault Safrane. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 73 kg more than 1995 Renault Safrane. 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, 2007 Toyota Avalon (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Renault Safrane | 2007 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Safrane | Avalon |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2435 cc | 3458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |