2004 Rover 75 vs. 2009 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2009 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 75 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (280 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 166 kg more than 2009 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2009 Saab 03-Sep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Rover 75 (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saab 03-Sep. (355 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 75 | 2009 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Rover | Saab |
| Model | 75 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1574 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
