2009 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Renault Safrane. (142 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Safrane weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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, 1997 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1997 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Safrane |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1500 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |