1999 Kia Rio vs. 1999 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 1999 Kia Rio 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saab 03-Sep (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 585 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio. 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 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Rio | 1999 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Kia | Saab |
Model | Rio | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2680 mm |