1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut.
Because 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Saab |
| Model | Sportut | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
