2001 Renault Avantime vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Avantime would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Renault Avantime. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Avantime weights approximately 175 kg more than 2007 Saab 03-Sep.
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, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Avantime. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Avantime | 2007 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Avantime | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
