2001 Ford EX vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2001 Ford EX is newer by 8 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 300 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
Because 2001 Ford EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX 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 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford EX | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | EX | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 567 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
