2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2007 Mazda 6 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 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 254 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6. 2007 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 | 2007 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | 6 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
