2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Accent 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (101 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 488 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent. 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 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Accent | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Hyundai | Saab |
Model | Accent | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 8.5 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 | 1022 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |