2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2007 Peugeot 407 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. 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 (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (220 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Peugeot 407 | 2007 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Peugeot | Saab |
Model | 407 | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1997 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 | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 9.5 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 | 1535 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |