2003 MCC ForFour vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MCC ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MCC ForFour would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2003 MCC ForFour. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 704 kg more than 2003 MCC ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC ForFour | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | MCC | Saab |
| Model | ForFour | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1331 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
