2006 Saab 03-Sep Sport Sedan Arc LPT vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep 2.0T Cabriolet Aero Automatic
To start off, both 2006 Saab 03-Sep Sport Sedan Arc LPT and 2006 Saab 03-Sep 2.0T Cabriolet Aero Automatic were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2006 Saab 03-Sep Sport Sedan Arc LPT and 2006 Saab 03-Sep 2.0T Cabriolet Aero Automatic are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep 2.0T Cabriolet Aero Automatic (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Saab 03-Sep Sport Sedan Arc LPT. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep 2.0T Cabriolet Aero Automatic should accelerate faster than 2006 Saab 03-Sep Sport Sedan Arc LPT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 03-Sep 2.0T Cabriolet Aero Automatic weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Saab 03-Sep Sport Sedan Arc LPT. 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 2.0T Cabriolet Aero Automatic (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saab 03-Sep Sport Sedan Arc LPT. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep 2.0T Cabriolet Aero Automatic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saab 03-Sep Sport Sedan Arc LPT. 2006 Saab 03-Sep 2.0T Cabriolet Aero Automatic has automatic transmission and 2006 Saab 03-Sep Sport Sedan Arc LPT has manual transmission. 2006 Saab 03-Sep Sport Sedan Arc LPT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Saab 03-Sep 2.0T Cabriolet Aero Automatic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saab 03-Sep Sport Sedan Arc LPT | 2006 Saab 03-Sep 2.0T Cabriolet Aero Automatic | |
| Make | Saab | Saab |
| Model | 03-Sep | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| 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 | 148 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |
