2008 Nissan Qashqai vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 12 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 43 kg more than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Qashqai | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Qashqai | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1460 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 15.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
