2008 Chevrolet Vivant vs. 2008 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Vivant and 2008 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2008 Chevrolet Vivant and 2008 Saab 03-Sep are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 03-Sep (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. (119 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 349 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. 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, 2008 Saab 03-Sep (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
Model | Vivant | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
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 | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |