2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2008 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Saab 03-Sep. (255 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 98 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Saab 03-Sep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Saab 03-Sep will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saab 03-Sep. (350 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 2008 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Porsche | Saab |
| Model | 911 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1342 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
