2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1997 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1997 Renault Safrane. (142 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Safrane weights approximately 420 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1997 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Tahoe | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 38 L |
