1999 Renault Safrane vs. 2011 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Xterra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1999 Renault Safrane. (191 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 424 kg more than 1999 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra 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, 2011 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Safrane. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Safrane. 1999 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Xterra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Renault Safrane | 2011 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Renault | Nissan |
Model | Safrane | Xterra |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1902 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |