2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2004 Citroen Xsara and 2004 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 03-Sep (148 HP) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 328 kg more than 2004 Citroen Xsara. 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 03-Sep (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | Xsara | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1184 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |
