2010 Nissan Armada vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2010 Nissan Armada is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Armada weights approximately 996 kg more than 1998 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan Armada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Renault Safrane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Nissan Armada | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Armada | Safrane |
Year Released | 2010 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5600 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 521 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2521 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5276 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2014 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3129 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 38 L |