2008 Chevrolet Vivant vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. Both 2008 Chevrolet Vivant and 2005 Saab 03-Sep are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant (119 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Vivant should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 279 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant.
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, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Vivant | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Vivant | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1585 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
