2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2000 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2000 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 518 kg more than 2000 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Ridgeline | 2000 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Ridgeline | Safrane |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 38 L |