2006 Mazda B3000 vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2006 Mazda B3000 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 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Mazda B3000. 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda B3000 | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | B3000 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2946 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
