1998 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2010 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 03-Sep (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Lantra.
Because 2010 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saab 03-Sep 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, 2010 Saab 03-Sep (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. 2010 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 1998 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 1998 Hyundai Lantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Hyundai Lantra | 2010 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Hyundai | Saab |
Model | Lantra | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4689 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1529 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2675 mm |