2004 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 03-Sep (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 57 kg more than 2004 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 (264 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Saab 03-Sep | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Saab | Subaru |
| Model | 03-Sep | Forester |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
