1995 Renault Safrane vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 17 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 311 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Renault Safrane | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Safrane | Touran |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2435 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |