2008 Mazda 6 vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 176 kg more than 2008 Mazda 6.
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, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | 6 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 9.5 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 | 1354 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
