1996 Renault Safrane vs. 2010 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2010 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 14 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Brilliance BS6 (152 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (114 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Brilliance BS6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 205 kg more than 2010 Brilliance BS6.
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, 1996 Renault Safrane (234 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Brilliance BS6. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Brilliance BS6.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Safrane | 2010 Brilliance BS6 | |
Make | Renault | Brilliance |
Model | Safrane | BS6 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2187 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |