2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep

To start off, both 2005 Citroen C3 and 2005 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (124 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Citroen C3 2005 Saab 03-Sep
Make Citroen Saab
Model C3 03-Sep
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1359 cc 1985 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 72 HP 124 HP
Torque 115 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 78 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1325 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 68 L


 

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