2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (222 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2011 Saab 03-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, 2011 Saab 03-Sep (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Mondeo | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4646 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
