1998 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2003 Xedos 9 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Saab 05-Sep. (149 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1998 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Xedos 9 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1998 Saab 05-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, 1998 Saab 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1998 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Saab 05-Sep | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
Make | Saab | Xedos |
Model | 05-Sep | 9 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |