1996 Renault Safrane vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 43 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord.
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 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Safrane | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Renault | Honda |
Model | Safrane | Accord |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
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 | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4805 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1436 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2725 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |