2004 MG ZR vs. 2004 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2004 MG ZR 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 03-Sep (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2004 MG ZR. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2004 MG ZR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 425 kg more than 2004 MG ZR. 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 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG ZR. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG ZR.
Compare all specifications:
2004 MG ZR | 2004 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | MG | Saab |
Model | ZR | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |