2009 Honda CR-V vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 2 kg more than 1993 Renault Safrane. 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane. 2009 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1993 Renault Safrane has manual transmission. 1993 Renault Safrane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Honda CR-V | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | CR-V | Safrane |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |