1997 Renault Safrane vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Safrane (142 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Safrane weights approximately 385 kg more than 2011 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Renault Safrane | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Safrane | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
