2003 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, both 2003 Saab 03-Sep and 2003 Subaru R2 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saab 03-Sep (250 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 825 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru R2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru R2 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, 2003 Saab 03-Sep (370 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Saab 03-Sep | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Saab | Subaru |
| Model | 03-Sep | R2 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 30 L |
