2005 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2005 Vauxhall VX220

To start off, both 2005 Saab 03-Sep and 2005 Vauxhall VX220 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall VX220 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 703 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall VX220.

Because 2005 Vauxhall VX220 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Vauxhall VX220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall VX220.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Saab 03-Sep 2005 Vauxhall VX220
Make Saab Vauxhall
Model 03-Sep VX220
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Roadster
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1998 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1579 kg 876 kg
Wheelbase Size 2675 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 54 L


 

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