2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2001 De Tomaso Guara 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1995 Renault Safrane. (268 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 518 kg more than 2001 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1995 Renault Safrane is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane 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, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (365 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 De Tomaso Guara | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Renault |
| Model | Guara | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
