2008 Opel Astra vs. 2008 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2008 Opel Astra 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. Both 2008 Opel Astra and 2008 Saab 03-Sep are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Astra (237 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Saab 03-Sep. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2008 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 152 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra.
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 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saab 03-Sep. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Astra | 2008 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Opel | Saab |
| Model | Astra | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 61 L |
