2008 Opel Corsa vs. 2008 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2008 Opel Corsa 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 525 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa.
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 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Corsa | 2008 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Opel | Saab |
Model | Corsa | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 207 HP |
Torque | 115 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 7.7 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 | 1020 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 61 L |