1996 Renault Safrane vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane.
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 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Safrane | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Renault | Dodge |
Model | Safrane | Caliber |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 51 L |