2005 Saab 03-Sep 2.0 Linear Automatic vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep 2.0 T Aero Cabriolet Automatic

To start off, both 2005 Saab 03-Sep 2.0 Linear Automatic and 2005 Saab 03-Sep 2.0 T Aero Cabriolet Automatic were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2005 Saab 03-Sep 2.0 Linear Automatic and 2005 Saab 03-Sep 2.0 T Aero Cabriolet Automatic are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 03-Sep 2.0 T Aero Cabriolet Automatic (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Saab 03-Sep 2.0 Linear Automatic. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep 2.0 T Aero Cabriolet Automatic should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 03-Sep 2.0 Linear Automatic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep 2.0 T Aero Cabriolet Automatic weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Saab 03-Sep 2.0 Linear Automatic. 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 2.0 T Aero Cabriolet Automatic (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 03-Sep 2.0 Linear Automatic. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 03-Sep 2.0 T Aero Cabriolet Automatic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 03-Sep 2.0 Linear Automatic.

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2005 Saab 03-Sep 2.0 Linear Automatic 2005 Saab 03-Sep 2.0 T Aero Cabriolet Automatic
Make Saab Saab
Model 03-Sep 03-Sep
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 173 HP 207 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 225 km/hour 225 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.5 seconds 8 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 1690 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.2 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 61 L