1996 Renault Safrane vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Safrane would be higher. Both 1996 Renault Safrane and 2007 Saab 03-Sep are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 115 kg more than 2007 Saab 03-Sep.
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, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Safrane | 2007 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Renault | Saab |
Model | Safrane | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 62 L |