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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 130 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.
Because 2007 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 224 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 | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 100 L |
