2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 2002 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 570 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saab 03-Sep. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ducato | 2002 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Ducato | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
