2000 Renault Clio vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2006 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Renault Clio. (171 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 470 kg more than 2000 Renault Clio. 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, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Clio. 2006 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Clio | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Clio | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
