2006 Renault Clio vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2006 Renault Clio and 2006 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (206 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 485 kg more than 2006 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 03-Sep (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Clio | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Renault | Saab |
Model | Clio | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |