2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2007 Fiat Panda 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (271 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 710 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Panda | 2007 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Fiat | Saab |
Model | Panda | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 74.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 58 L |