1998 Renault Safrane vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 12 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (113 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 439 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Safrane. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Safrane | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
Model | Safrane | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 455 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |