2010 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1997 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2010 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1997 Renault Safrane. (142 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 528 kg more than 1997 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota 4Runner | 1997 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | 4Runner | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2053 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4823 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1816 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 38 L |
