2002 Renault Avantime vs. 2012 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 10 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, 2012 Saab 03-Sep (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2002 Renault Avantime. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 153 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Saab 03-Sep (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Avantime. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Avantime | 2012 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Avantime | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2186 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1753 kg | 1600 kg |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
