1996 Renault Safrane vs. 2008 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2008 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 12 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 2008 Saab 03-Sep are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 03-Sep (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 130 kg more than 1996 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, 2008 Saab 03-Sep (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Safrane | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| 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 | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 59 L |
