2008 Opel Corsa vs. 2008 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2008 Opel Corsa 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 05-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 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 05-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 05-Sep | |
| Make | Opel | Saab |
| Model | Corsa | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1985 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
