2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 12 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1995 Renault Safrane. (268 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 944 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (365 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane. 2007 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1995 Renault Safrane has manual transmission. 1995 Renault Safrane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Ram | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2668 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
