2007 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (208 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 345 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. 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 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | 2007 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Saab |
| Model | A | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
