1990 Rover Metro vs. 2003 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2003 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover Metro would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saab 03-Sep (250 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1990 Rover Metro. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 815 kg more than 1990 Rover Metro. 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, 2003 Saab 03-Sep (370 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Rover Metro | 2003 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Rover | Saab |
| Model | Metro | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 61 L |
