2004 BMW 330 vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 9 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 234 kg more than 2004 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Renault Safrane (365 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 330 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
