2005 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1992 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1992 Renault Safrane. (98 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Safrane.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Safrane. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Freelander | 1992 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Freelander | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 98 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2770 mm |
