1995 Renault Safrane vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 15 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1995 Renault Safrane. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Because 2010 Infiniti M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Renault Safrane | 2010 Infiniti M | |
Make | Renault | Infiniti |
Model | Safrane | M |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2435 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |