2004 Honda Insight vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2004 Honda Insight is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 727 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight. 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Insight | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Insight | Safrane |
Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 268 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 3.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 3.9 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |