2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2009 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2009 Lotus Elise and 2009 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (207 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 Lotus Elise 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 2009 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise. 2009 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 2009 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2009 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Elise | 2009 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Lotus | Saab |
| Model | Elise | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 70 L |
