2005 Renault Clio vs. 2006 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2006 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 535 kg more than 2005 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, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (351 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 2006 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Clio | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
