1994 Renault Safrane vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (148 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1994 Renault Safrane. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 196 kg more than 1994 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault Safrane | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Safrane | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
