1996 Renault Safrane vs. 2010 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 14 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. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 03-Sep (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane.
Because 2010 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saab 03-Sep will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Saab 03-Sep (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane. 2010 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Safrane has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Safrane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Safrane | 2010 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Safrane | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4689 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1529 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 62 L |
