2002 Renault Avantime vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 2002 Renault Avantime is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1991 Saab 9000. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1991 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 448 kg more than 1991 Saab 9000. 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 Renault Avantime (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Avantime | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Avantime | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2186 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1753 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
