1998 Renault Safrane vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (113 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 310 kg more than 1998 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Safrane. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Safrane. 1998 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Safrane | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Safrane | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 4477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
