1995 Opel Calibra vs. 2003 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2003 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 2,170 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saab 03-Sep (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 340 kg more than 1995 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Saab 03-Sep (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Calibra | 2003 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Opel | Saab |
| Model | Calibra | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
