1996 Renault Safrane vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis 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. Both 1996 Renault Safrane and 2005 Toyota Avensis are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Safrane | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Safrane | Avensis |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |