1984 Renault 5 vs. 2006 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2006 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 664 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 5 | 2006 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | 5 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 75 L |
