2001 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 03-Sep (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Saab 03-Sep (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Saab 03-Sep | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Saab | Xedos |
| Model | 03-Sep | 9 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
