2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Saab 03-Sep

To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Corvette and 2004 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 83 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Saab 03-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 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2004 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2004 Saab 03-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chevrolet Corvette 2004 Saab 03-Sep
Make Chevrolet Saab
Model Corvette 03-Sep
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5970 cc 1910 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 400 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 543 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 90.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.9:1 17.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1577 kg 1660 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 61 L


 

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