2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2005 Ford Ranger and 2005 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 302 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (241 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Ranger | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 61 L |
