1996 Nissan Stagea vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1999 Renault Safrane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Safrane (191 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Stagea. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Stagea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Safrane weights approximately 150 kg more than 1996 Nissan Stagea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Stagea 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 1996 Nissan Stagea. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Renault Safrane (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Stagea. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Stagea.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Stagea | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Stagea | Safrane |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |