2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane.
Because 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 38 L |
