2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 11 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 12 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 125 kg more than 1995 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, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2423 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 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 | 1620 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
