2011 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2012 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Renault Logan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2012 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 863 kg more than 2012 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Logan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Logan. 2011 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Logan has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Saab 05-Sep | 2012 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Saab | Renault |
| Model | 05-Sep | Logan |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1928 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5009 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
