2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2008 Ford Mondeo 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 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 03-Sep (255 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 124 kg more than 2008 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2008 Saab 03-Sep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Saab 03-Sep will offer significantly more control. 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Mondeo | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |
