2012 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2012 Kia Sportage and 2012 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Saab 03-Sep (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sportage. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sportage.
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, 2012 Saab 03-Sep (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Kia Sportage | 2012 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Kia | Saab |
| Model | Sportage | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |
