2004 Rover 75 vs. 2010 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 6 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, both vehicles can yield 256 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2010 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 2004 Rover 75 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Rover 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. (258 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. 2004 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2010 Saab 05-Sep has manual transmission. 2010 Saab 05-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 75 | 2010 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Rover | Saab |
| Model | 75 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1578 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
