1996 Renault Safrane vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 17 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, 2013 Acura ILX (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 178 kg more than 2013 Acura ILX.
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, 2013 Acura ILX (233 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ILX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Safrane | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Renault | Acura |
| Model | Safrane | ILX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
