2003 Citroen C8 vs. 2003 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2003 Citroen C8 and 2003 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saab 03-Sep (250 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C8. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C8 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Saab 03-Sep (370 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C8 | 2003 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Citroen | Saab |
Model | C8 | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 61 L |