1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear vs. 2000 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2000 Renault Safrane is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear weights approximately 135 kg more than 2000 Renault Safrane.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear. (193 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear | 2000 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Delica Space Gear | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2770 mm |
