2000 Dodge Ram vs. 1995 Renault Safrane

To start off, 2000 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 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 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Ram weights approximately 352 kg more than 1995 Renault Safrane.

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, 1995 Renault Safrane (365 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Ram.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Dodge Ram 1995 Renault Safrane
Make Dodge Renault
Model Ram Safrane
Year Released 2000 1995
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3906 cc 2963 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 173 HP 268 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 365 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2076 kg 1724 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 2030 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2780 mm


 

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