2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Saab 03-Sep

To start off, both 2008 Citroen C3 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. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 430 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3.

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 (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3. 2008 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen C3 2008 Saab 03-Sep
Make Citroen Saab
Model C3 03-Sep
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1360 cc 1795 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 120 HP
Torque 118 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75.1 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 88.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 14.2 seconds 11.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.3 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 61 L


 

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