1998 Rover 75 vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 230 kg more than 1998 Rover 75.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 75 | 2007 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Rover | Saab |
| Model | 75 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |
