1999 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (264 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 650 kg more than 1993 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (370 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Suburban | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Suburban | Safrane |
Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2770 mm |