2006 Opel Astra vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2006 Opel Astra 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 300 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra. 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, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Opel | Saab |
| Model | Astra | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 62 L |
