2007 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2007 Opel Astra 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 34 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 122 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Astra | 2007 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Opel | Saab |
Model | Astra | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 62 L |