2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1999 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 325 kg more than 1999 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Toyota | Renault |
Model | FJ Cruiser | Safrane |
Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
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 | 260 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4671 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1811 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |