2007 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2007 Saab 03-Sep and 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 72 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 271 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Saab 03-Sep | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
Model | 03-Sep | Polo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
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 | 173 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |