2005 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora

To start off, both 2005 Saab 03-Sep and 2005 Volkswagen Bora 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 (148 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 199 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Saab 03-Sep 2005 Volkswagen Bora
Make Saab Volkswagen
Model 03-Sep Bora
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Convertible Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1985 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 1800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 82.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 10.5:1
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.6 seconds 11.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1331 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 55 L


 

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