2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C3 and 2007 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (148 HP) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 630 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3. 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, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3. 2007 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2007 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | C3 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
