1998 Renault Laguna vs. 2004 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2004 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 03-Sep (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 322 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, 2004 Saab 03-Sep (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Laguna. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Laguna | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
