1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 1 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 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 210 kg more than 1995 Renault Safrane.
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, 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2720 mm |
