1999 Ford Telstar vs. 2002 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2002 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Saab 05-Sep. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2002 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 210 kg more than 1999 Ford Telstar.
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, 2002 Saab 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Telstar | 2002 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Telstar | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
