1990 Renault Alpine vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2006 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (250 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1990 Renault Alpine. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 340 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Renault Alpine 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 1990 Renault Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep, 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, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Alpine. (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Alpine | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Alpine | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
