2006 Nissan Altima vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2006 Nissan Altima 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1995 Renault Safrane. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Altima weights approximately 45 kg more than 1995 Renault Safrane. 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, 2006 Nissan Altima (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Altima | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Altima | Safrane |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2434 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |