1999 Renault Espace vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Espace (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 Renault Espace.
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, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Espace. (189 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Espace | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Espace | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
