2009 Jeep Compass vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 87 kg more than 2009 Jeep Compass.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Compass 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 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Compass | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Compass | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
