1995 Renault Safrane vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander is newer by 14 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 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1995 Renault Safrane. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1046 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 2009 Toyota Highlander 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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, 2009 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Renault Safrane | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Safrane | Highlander |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2435 cc | 3454 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |