2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C3 and 2004 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 05-Sep (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 495 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3. 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, 2004 Saab 05-Sep (281 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C3 | 2004 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Citroen | Saab |
Model | C3 | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |