2006 Honda Accord vs. 1992 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 14 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1992 Renault Safrane. (98 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Safrane weights approximately 570 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Safrane. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Safrane. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1992 Renault Safrane has manual transmission. 1992 Renault Safrane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1992 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Safrane |
Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 21.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |