1996 Acura Integra vs. 2001 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2001 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 03-Sep (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1996 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 170 kg more than 1996 Acura Integra. 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, 2001 Saab 03-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura Integra | 2001 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Acura | Saab |
| Model | Integra | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
