2007 Volvo S80 vs. 1996 Renault Safrane

To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S80. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 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 Volvo S80 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Volvo S80 1996 Renault Safrane
Make Volvo Renault
Model S80 Safrane
Year Released 2007 1996
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2435 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 82.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 93 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1525 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 38 L


 

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