1995 Renault Safrane vs. 2011 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano is newer by 16 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Murano. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Murano weights approximately 97 kg more than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Because 1995 Renault Safrane is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Murano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane 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, 1995 Renault Safrane (365 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Safrane | 2011 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Safrane | Murano |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2963 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |
