2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 14 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (264 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Renault Safrane is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (370 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | GT | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
