2009 Kia Rio vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (107 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 138 kg more than 1995 Renault Safrane.
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, 1995 Renault Safrane (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Rio | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2770 mm |
