2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1994 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1994 Renault Safrane. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 454 kg more than 1994 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Grand Cherokee (548 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Safrane. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1994 Renault Safrane has manual transmission. 1994 Renault Safrane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1994 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Jeep | Renault |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Safrane |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 548 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2770 mm |