2007 Porsche Boxster vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2007 Porsche Boxster and 2007 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (271 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 310 kg more than 2007 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche Boxster 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 2007 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche Boxster | 2007 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Porsche | Saab |
| Model | Boxster | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 256 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |
