2006 Hyundai Atos vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Atos 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 80 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos. 2006 Hyundai Atos 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 Hyundai Atos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Atos | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Atos | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2770 mm |
