2006 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Optra and 2006 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Optra.
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, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Optra | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
Model | Optra | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |