2002 Renault Avantime vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Avantime would be higher. At 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2002 Renault Avantime. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 313 kg more than 2005 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, 2002 Renault Avantime (320 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (300 Nm). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Avantime | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Avantime | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2186 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1753 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
