1996 Renault Safrane vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 565 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.
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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane. 2007 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Safrane | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Safrane | Tundra |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 100 L |