2007 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. (208 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 70 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Saab 03-Sep | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Saab | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 03-Sep | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
