2005 Nissan Primera vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera 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. Both 2005 Nissan Primera and 1996 Renault Safrane are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 415 kg more than 1996 Renault Safrane.
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 Nissan Primera (360 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Primera | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Primera | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1525 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 38 L |
