2000 Renault Megane vs. 2001 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2001 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 03-Sep (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2000 Renault Megane. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Megane.
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 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Megane. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Megane | 2001 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Megane | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
