2008 Nissan Micra vs. 2008 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Micra 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 2,289 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 599 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 05-Sep (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 05-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 05-Sep | |
Make | Nissan | Saab |
Model | Micra | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1386 cc | 2289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 75 L |