2002 Peugeot 406 vs. 2002 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2002 Peugeot 406 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 406 (152 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2002 Saab 05-Sep. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2002 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 173 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 406.
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, 2002 Saab 05-Sep (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 406. (210 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Peugeot 406 | 2002 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Peugeot | Saab |
Model | 406 | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |