1996 Renault Safrane vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 27 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. 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 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane. 2007 Volkswagen Touran 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 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Safrane | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Safrane | Touran |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
