1989 Buick Estate vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep

To start off, 2005 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,597 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1989 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Estate weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Saab 03-Sep.

Because 1989 Buick Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 03-Sep.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Buick Estate 2005 Saab 03-Sep
Make Buick Saab
Model Estate 03-Sep
Year Released 1989 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6597 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 182 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 435 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1885 kg 1690 kg
Vehicle Length 5510 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2680 mm


 

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