2002 Honda Mobilio vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2002 Honda Mobilio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 271 kg more than 2002 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Mobilio | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Mobilio | Safrane |
Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 38 L |