2007 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 2007 Saab 03-Sep and 2007 Volkswagen Jetta 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 (206 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 233 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 Volkswagen Jetta. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Saab 03-Sep | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | 03-Sep | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
