2000 Mazda Protege vs. 2006 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2006 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Protege. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Protege would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Saab 05-Sep.
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, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (310 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 2006 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege. 2000 Mazda Protege has automatic transmission and 2006 Saab 05-Sep has manual transmission. 2006 Saab 05-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Protege will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Protege | 2006 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | Protege | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
