1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2007 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | Rally Raid | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2680 mm |
