2005 Opel Agila vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2005 Opel Agila 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 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Opel Agila. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 440 kg more than 2005 Opel Agila. 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, 1995 Renault Safrane (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Agila | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Agila | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
