1996 Renault Safrane vs. 2004 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2004 Toyota Allion 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 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Safrane (114 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Allion. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 510 kg more than 2004 Toyota Allion. 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, 1996 Renault Safrane (234 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Allion. (148 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Allion. 2004 Toyota Allion has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Safrane has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Safrane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Safrane | 2004 Toyota Allion | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Safrane | Allion |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2187 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |