1998 Rover 400 vs. 2009 Saab 03-Sep

To start off, 2009 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (280 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 454 kg more than 1998 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Saab 03-Sep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (355 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400. 2009 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 1998 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1998 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Rover 400 2009 Saab 03-Sep
Make Rover Saab
Model 400 03-Sep
Year Released 1998 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1394 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 102 HP 280 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 182 Nm 355 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1120 kg 1574 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2680 mm


 

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