1996 Renault Safrane vs. 2002 Rover 75
To start off, 2002 Rover 75 is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 125 kg more than 2002 Rover 75.
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, 2002 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Safrane | 2002 Rover 75 | |
Make | Renault | Rover |
Model | Safrane | 75 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |