2008 Nissan Micra vs. 2008 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Micra 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 03-Sep (250 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 618 kg more than 2008 Nissan Micra. 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 (370 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Micra | 2008 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Micra | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 61 L |
