2009 Mazda 3 vs. 2009 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2009 Mazda 3 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (145 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 349 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3. 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, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 3 | 2009 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Mazda | Saab |
Model | 3 | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1999 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |