2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 2004 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2004 Dodge Stratus 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Dodge Stratus. 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, 2004 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm). This means 2004 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Stratus | 2004 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Dodge | Saab |
Model | Stratus | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 300 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |