2005 Holden Astra vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2005 Holden Astra 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2005 Holden Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 412 kg more than 2005 Holden Astra. 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Astra. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Astra | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Holden | Saab |
| Model | Astra | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
