1996 Renault Safrane vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, 2005 Saturn ION is newer by 9 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 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Saturn ION. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 Saturn ION. 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 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Safrane | 2005 Saturn ION | |
Make | Renault | Saturn |
Model | Safrane | ION |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |