1996 Renault Safrane vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2000 Toyota Solara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 145 kg more than 2000 Toyota Solara. 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, 2000 Toyota Solara (204 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Safrane | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Safrane | Solara |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |