2002 Renault Megane vs. 2002 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2002 Renault Megane and 2002 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 230 kg more than 2002 Renault Megane. 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 (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane. 2002 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Megane | 2002 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Megane | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
