1999 Renault Megane vs. 1999 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 1999 Renault Megane and 1999 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saab 03-Sep (129 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane. 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, 1999 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Saab 03-Sep. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Megane | 1999 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Megane | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
