2004 Lada 111 vs. 2007 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lada 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lada 111 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2004 Lada 111. (77 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 595 kg more than 2004 Lada 111. 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, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada 111. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lada 111 | 2007 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Lada | Saab |
| Model | 111 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |
