2006 Renault Megane vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2006 Renault Megane 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Megane | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Renault | Saab |
Model | Megane | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |