2012 Hyundai ix35 vs. 2012 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2012 Hyundai ix35 and 2012 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Saab 03-Sep (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix35.
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, 2012 Saab 03-Sep (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai ix35. (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai ix35.
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2012 Hyundai ix35 | 2012 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Hyundai | Saab |
Model | ix35 | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |