1996 Renault Safrane vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 68 kg more than 2013 Volvo C30.
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 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Safrane | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Safrane | C30 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4266 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2039 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1447 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |