2009 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 13 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. Both 2009 Honda Civic and 1996 Renault Safrane are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 64 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
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, 1996 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (189 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 1996 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Safrane |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |