2004 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2004 Suzuki Vitara

To start off, both 2004 Saab 03-Sep and 2004 Suzuki Vitara were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 255 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Vitara 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 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Vitara.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Saab 03-Sep 2004 Suzuki Vitara
Make Saab Suzuki
Model 03-Sep Vitara
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1983 cc 1247 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 165 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 220 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1315 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.4 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.7 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 64 L


 

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