2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1998 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1998 Saab 03-Sep. (129 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1998 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 189 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper.
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 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saab 03-Sep. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 1998 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Mini | Saab |
| Model | Cooper | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
