2001 Chrysler Concorde vs. 2009 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2009 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler Concorde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler Concorde would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (280 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Concorde. (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Concorde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2009 Saab 03-Sep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chrysler Concorde. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Saab 03-Sep 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, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (355 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Concorde. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Concorde | 2009 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Chrysler | Saab |
| Model | Concorde | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
