2004 Acura MDX vs. 1994 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1994 Renault Safrane. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 645 kg more than 1994 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX 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, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1994 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | MDX | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
