1999 Acura SLX vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1999 Acura SLX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura SLX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura SLX (225 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1995 Renault Safrane. (162 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura SLX should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura SLX weights approximately 40 kg more than 1995 Renault Safrane. 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, 1999 Acura SLX (312 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (211 Nm). This means 1999 Acura SLX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura SLX | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | SLX | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 162 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1834 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2670 mm |
