2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2007 Fiat Palio II 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 655 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II. 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 03-Sep (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Palio II. 2007 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Palio II has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Palio II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Fiat Palio II | 2007 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Fiat | Saab |
Model | Palio II | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 62 L |