2004 Subaru Legacy vs. 2004 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2004 Subaru Legacy and 2004 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 03-Sep (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy. 2004 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 2004 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2004 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Legacy | 2004 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Subaru | Saab |
| Model | Legacy | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
