2008 Opel Agila vs. 2008 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2008 Opel Agila 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Opel Agila. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 540 kg more than 2008 Opel Agila. 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 (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Agila. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Agila | 2008 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Opel | Saab |
Model | Agila | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1229 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 9.8 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 | 1055 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 75 L |