2001 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2001 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2001 Saab 03-Sep and 2001 Volvo C70 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 (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Volvo C70. (161 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2001 Volvo C70.
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 03-Sep (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Saab 03-Sep | 2001 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Saab | Volvo |
| Model | 03-Sep | C70 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
