2007 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis 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 1,997 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 39 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 Saab 03-Sep.
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 Mitsubishi Grandis (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. 2007 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis has manual transmission. 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis 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 Mitsubishi Grandis | 2007 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Saab |
Model | Grandis | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |