2004 Mazda 2 vs. 2004 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2004 Mazda 2 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 03-Sep (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 535 kg more than 2004 Mazda 2. 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 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 2 | 2004 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | 2 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
