1994 Rover 400 vs. 1999 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 1999 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saab 05-Sep (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400.
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, 1999 Saab 05-Sep (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400. 1999 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 1994 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1994 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 400 | 1999 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Rover | Saab |
| Model | 400 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
