1996 Renault Safrane vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 55 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.
Because 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Safrane | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Renault | Suzuki |
Model | Safrane | Kizashi |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |