1998 Renault Safrane vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1998 Renault Safrane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (113 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 270 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Renault Safrane (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Safrane | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Safrane | Cresta |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |