2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 8 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 118 kg more than 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
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, 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser (339 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 38 L |
