2008 Rover 75 vs. 2008 Saab 05-Sep

To start off, both 2008 Rover 75 and 2008 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc, 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 Rover 75.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75. 2008 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 2008 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2008 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Rover 75 2008 Saab 05-Sep
Make Rover Saab
Model 75 05-Sep
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Size 2497 cc 2299 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 260 HP
Torque 240 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1535 kg 1590 kg
Vehicle Length 4000 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.9 L/100km 8.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 68 L


 

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