2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 9 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 270 kg more than 1996 Renault Safrane. 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 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Freestyle | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |
