2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 536 kg more than 1993 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot 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 Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1993 Renault Safrane has manual transmission. 1993 Renault Safrane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Pilot | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Pilot | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |
