2000 Renault Spider vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Spider would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 540 kg more than 2000 Renault Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Renault Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Spider. 2005 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Spider has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Spider | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Spider | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
