2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1995 Renault Safrane. (107 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1338 kg more than 1995 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | Defender | Safrane |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2770 mm |