2007 Nissan Versa vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2007 Nissan Versa 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Renault Safrane. (107 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Safrane.
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, 2007 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Versa | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Versa | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
