2001 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2001 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2001 Dodge Intrepid and 2001 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Intrepid (242 HP) has 77 more horse power than 2001 Saab 05-Sep. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2001 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 15 kg more than 2001 Dodge Intrepid.
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, 2001 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. (306 Nm). This means 2001 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. 2001 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 2001 Saab 05-Sep has manual transmission. 2001 Saab 05-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Intrepid | 2001 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Dodge | Saab |
| Model | Intrepid | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3517 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2710 mm |
