1996 Renault Safrane vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 133 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry.
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, 2008 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Safrane | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Safrane | Camry |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 200 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |