2008 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2008 Fiat 500
To start off, both 2008 Saab 05-Sep and 2008 Fiat 500 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 725 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. 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 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Saab 05-Sep | 2008 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Saab | Fiat |
Model | 05-Sep | 500 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |