2001 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 6 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Renault Safrane. (107 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 280 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Prizm | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Prizm | Safrane |
Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2770 mm |