2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2009 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2009 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 714 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. 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, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2009 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Panda | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1249 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 61 L |
