2001 Rover 45 vs. 2004 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2004 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 03-Sep (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 335 kg more than 2001 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Saab 03-Sep (264 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 45. (128 Nm). This means 2004 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Rover 45 | 2004 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Rover | Saab |
| Model | 45 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |
