2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Saab 03-Sep

To start off, both 2008 Fiat Punto 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto.

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 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Fiat Punto 2008 Saab 03-Sep
Make Fiat Saab
Model Punto 03-Sep
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1248 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 69 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 3870 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 49 L 62 L


 

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