2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2001 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2001 Ford Mondeo and 2001 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 05-Sep (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 202 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mondeo | 2001 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | Mondeo | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.7 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |