1992 Rover 100 vs. 2006 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2006 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 100 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 730 kg more than 1992 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rover 100 | 2006 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Rover | Saab |
| Model | 100 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
