2001 Renault Laguna vs. 2002 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2002 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Laguna would be higher. Both 2001 Renault Laguna and 2002 Saab 03-Sep are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (208 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 210 kg more than 2001 Renault Laguna. 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, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (204 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Laguna | 2002 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Laguna | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
