2001 Lotus Elise vs. 2001 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2001 Lotus Elise and 2001 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 03-Sep (230 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2001 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2001 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 688 kg more than 2001 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Saab 03-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 03-Sep (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lotus Elise | 2001 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Lotus | Saab |
| Model | Elise | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 64 L |
