2002 Ford F-150 vs. 2002 Saab 05-Sep

To start off, both 2002 Ford F-150 and 2002 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 Saab 05-Sep. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-150 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2002 Saab 05-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Ford F-150 (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saab 05-Sep. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saab 05-Sep. 2002 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 2002 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Ford F-150 2002 Saab 05-Sep
Make Ford Saab
Model F-150 05-Sep
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4195 cc 1983 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 202 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2075 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2710 mm