1996 Renault Safrane vs. 2011 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 15 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 5008. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 5008.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 5008. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 5008.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Safrane | 2011 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Renault | Peugeot |
| Model | Safrane | 5008 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2735 mm |
