1995 Renault Safrane vs. 2008 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2008 Saturn Outlook is newer by 13 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Outlook (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1995 Renault Safrane. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Outlook weights approximately 200 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.
Because 2008 Saturn Outlook 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, 2008 Saturn Outlook 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, 2008 Saturn Outlook (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Safrane | 2008 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | Safrane | Outlook |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
