2011 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1997 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 14 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1997 Renault Safrane. (142 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 758 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 2011 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan Pathfinder | 1997 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Pathfinder | Safrane |
Year Released | 2011 | 1997 |
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 | 310 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2283 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4884 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1847 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |