2008 Renault Modus vs. 2008 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2008 Renault Modus and 2008 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2008 Renault Modus. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 Renault Modus. 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, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Modus. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Modus | 2008 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Renault | Saab |
Model | Modus | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 15.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 75 L |