2000 Porsche 996 vs. 1998 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2000 Porsche 996 is newer by 2 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche 996 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1998 Saab 05-Sep. (149 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1998 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 110 kg more than 2000 Porsche 996.
Because 2000 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Porsche 996 (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saab 05-Sep. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saab 05-Sep. 1998 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 2000 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2000 Porsche 996 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Porsche 996 | 1998 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Porsche | Saab |
| Model | 996 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| 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 | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
