1999 Porsche 996 vs. 2003 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2003 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 996 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Saab 03-Sep. (250 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2003 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 290 kg more than 1999 Porsche 996.
Because 1999 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Saab 03-Sep (370 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche 996. (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Porsche 996 | 2003 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Porsche | Saab |
| Model | 996 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3387 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
