1996 Renault Safrane vs. 2004 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2004 Saturn Vue is newer by 8 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn Vue (143 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (141 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Saturn Vue.
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, 2004 Saturn Vue (206 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Safrane | 2004 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | Safrane | Vue |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 62 L |
