2004 Holden Statesman vs. 2004 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2004 Holden Statesman 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Holden Statesman. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Statesman weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2004 Holden Statesman 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 Holden Statesman. 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 Holden Statesman (305 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Statesman | 2004 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Holden | Saab |
| Model | Statesman | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
