2005 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2005 Kia Sportage 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 22 kg more than 2005 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sportage | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Kia | Saab |
Model | Sportage | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1665 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |