2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2004 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2004 Caterham 7 and 2004 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Saab 05-Sep. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 1102 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
Because 2004 Caterham 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Saab 05-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Saab 05-Sep (281 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (224 Nm). This means 2004 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Caterham 7 | 2004 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Caterham | Saab |
Model | 7 | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2680 mm |