2002 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2002 Seat Alhambra

To start off, both 2002 Saab 03-Sep and 2002 Seat Alhambra were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 158 kg more than 2002 Saab 03-Sep.

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 03-Sep (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Alhambra.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Saab 03-Sep 2002 Seat Alhambra
Make Saab Seat
Model 03-Sep Alhambra
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 173 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 214 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 1668 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 55 L


 

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