1996 Nissan Terrano II vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, both 1996 Nissan Terrano II and 1996 Renault Safrane were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 101 kg more than 1996 Renault Safrane.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1996 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Terrano II | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Terrano II | Safrane |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2770 mm |