2004 Ford GT vs. 2004 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2004 Ford GT 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford GT weights approximately 8 kg more than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford GT 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 Ford GT. 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 Ford GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. 2004 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2004 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford GT | 2004 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | GT | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |