1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2011 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2011 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 1996 Buick Roadmaster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. 1996 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2011 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2011 Saab 03-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Buick Roadmaster | 2011 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Buick | Saab |
Model | Roadmaster | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4646 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2675 mm |