2009 Fiat Idea vs. 2009 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2009 Fiat Idea and 2009 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Idea. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Idea.
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, 2009 Fiat Idea (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saab 03-Sep. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saab 03-Sep. 2009 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Idea has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Idea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Idea | 2009 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Fiat | Saab |
| Model | Idea | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 83 L |
