2003 Ford Excursion vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 8 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1995 Renault Safrane. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1715 kg more than 1995 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane. 2003 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1995 Renault Safrane has manual transmission. 1995 Renault Safrane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Excursion | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Excursion | Safrane |
Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2434 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 80 L |