2002 Renault Megane vs. 2002 Saab 9-X
To start off, both 2002 Renault Megane and 2002 Saab 9-X were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Saab 9-X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saab 9-X (300 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saab 9-X should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saab 9-X weights approximately 110 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.
Because 2002 Saab 9-X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Saab 9-X will offer significantly more control. 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 9-X (410 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (128 Nm). This means 2002 Saab 9-X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane. 2002 Saab 9-X 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 9-X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Megane | 2002 Saab 9-X | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Megane | 9-X |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
