1996 Renault Safrane vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 11 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 2,698 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 372 kg more than 1996 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane. 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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. 2007 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Safrane | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | Safrane | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
