2008 Kia Cerato vs. 2008 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2008 Kia Cerato and 2008 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 361 kg more than 2008 Kia Cerato.
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 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cerato. 2008 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Cerato has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Cerato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Cerato | 2008 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Kia | Saab |
| Model | Cerato | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1324 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
