2002 Renault Clio vs. 2007 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2002 Renault Clio. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 645 kg more than 2002 Renault Clio. 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, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Clio | 2007 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Clio | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
