1996 Renault Safrane vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 12 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (114 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 42 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 1996 Renault Safrane (234 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Safrane | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Safrane | Forester |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2187 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |