2008 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2008 Hyundai i20

To start off, both 2008 Saab 03-Sep and 2008 Hyundai i20 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 03-Sep (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i20.

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 (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i20. 2008 Hyundai i20 has automatic transmission and 2008 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2008 Saab 03-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai i20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Saab 03-Sep 2008 Hyundai i20
Make Saab Hyundai
Model 03-Sep i20
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1795 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 120 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 137 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80.5 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.5 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 17:01
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 200 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.5 seconds 11.6 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 3940 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2525 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 5.4 L/100km


 

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