2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 10 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1995 Renault Safrane. (107 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 343 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 2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Colorado | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2770 mm |
