1993 Rover 200 vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (148 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 345 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Rover | Saab |
| Model | 200 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
