2007 Chevrolet Epica vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Epica and 2007 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Epica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Epica weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 Saab 03-Sep.
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, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (266 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Epica. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Epica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Epica | 2007 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Epica | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
