2008 Saab 03-Sep 1.8t Linear vs. 2008 Saab 03-Sep 1.8t BioPower Cabriolet
To start off, both 2008 Saab 03-Sep 1.8t Linear and 2008 Saab 03-Sep 1.8t BioPower Cabriolet 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 1.8t BioPower Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 03-Sep 1.8t BioPower Cabriolet (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Saab 03-Sep 1.8t Linear. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 03-Sep 1.8t BioPower Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2008 Saab 03-Sep 1.8t Linear. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 03-Sep 1.8t BioPower Cabriolet weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 Saab 03-Sep 1.8t Linear. 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 03-Sep 1.8t BioPower Cabriolet (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saab 03-Sep 1.8t Linear. (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 03-Sep 1.8t BioPower Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saab 03-Sep 1.8t Linear.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saab 03-Sep 1.8t Linear | 2008 Saab 03-Sep 1.8t BioPower Cabriolet | |
| Make | Saab | Saab |
| Model | 03-Sep | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |
