2004 Peugeot 406 vs. 2004 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2004 Peugeot 406 and 2004 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 05-Sep (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 406. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 140 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 406. 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 05-Sep (309 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 406. (217 Nm). This means 2004 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Peugeot 406 | 2004 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Peugeot | Saab |
Model | 406 | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 309 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |