1999 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1999 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier and 1999 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saab 03-Sep (130 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 114 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Saab 03-Sep (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1999 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
Model | Cavalier | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 68 L |