1996 Opel Calibra vs. 2002 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2002 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 256 kg more than 1996 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, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Calibra | 2002 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Opel | Saab |
Model | Calibra | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |