2010 Subaru Outback vs. 2002 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2002 Saab 03-Sep. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2002 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 149 kg more than 2002 Saab 03-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saab 03-Sep. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saab 03-Sep.
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2010 Subaru Outback | 2002 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Subaru | Saab |
Model | Outback | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |