2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 2008 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Doblo 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 03-Sep (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 Fiat Doblo. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Doblo | 2008 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Fiat | Saab |
Model | Doblo | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |