2005 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2005 Renault Megane and 2005 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 360 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Megane | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Megane | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1656 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
