2005 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 12 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 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 43 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Impala (278 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (268 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Impala | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Impala | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
