2007 Renault Megane vs. 2007 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2007 Renault Megane and 2007 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (247 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 163 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (351 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane. 2007 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Megane | 2007 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Megane | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
