2008 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2008 Ford Focus 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 03-Sep (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 337 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. 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 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2008 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | Focus | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |