2011 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, both 2011 Saab 03-Sep and 2011 Ford C-Max were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford C-Max.
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, 2011 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. 2011 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford C-Max has manual transmission. 2011 Ford C-Max will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Saab 03-Sep | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Saab | Ford |
| Model | 03-Sep | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4646 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2675 mm | 2788 mm |
