2007 Kia Rio vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Safrane (114 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 586 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. 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, 1996 Renault Safrane (234 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Rio | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
