2005 Marcos TS vs. 2001 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2005 Marcos TS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TS (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Saab 03-Sep. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TS should accelerate faster than 2001 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 265 kg more than 2005 Marcos TS.
Because 2005 Marcos TS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Marcos TS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Saab 03-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Saab 03-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TS | 2001 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Marcos | Saab |
| Model | TS | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |
