2007 GMC Acadia vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane. 2007 GMC Acadia 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. 2007 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Acadia | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Acadia | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2770 mm |
