2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1995 Renault Safrane (365 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (250 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Santa Fe | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
