1998 Renault Laguna vs. 2001 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2001 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 03-Sep (203 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Renault Laguna. 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, 2001 Saab 03-Sep (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Laguna | 2001 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Laguna | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
