2005 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic 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 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 71 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 429 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Safrane |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1685 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 268 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |