Saab 9-3 9-3 Cabriolet I

Saab - 9-3 Cabriolet I

Details-
BrandSaab
Model9-3
Generation9-3 Cabriolet I
Modification2.0 T (185 Hp)
Start Of Production1998
End Of Production2002

Performance

The 9-3 model has an acceleration of 0-100 km/h in 8 seconds and a maximum speed of 230 km/h (142.92 mph).

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh8 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph8 sec
Max Speed230 km/h 142.92 mph

Body & Dimensions

The car is a 4-seater Cabriolet with 2 doors and a length of 4629 mm (182.24 in), width of 1711 mm (67.36 in) and height of 1423 mm (56.02 in). The wheelbase is 2605 mm (102.56 in), with a front track of 1452 mm (57.17 in) and rear track of 1442 mm (56.77 in).

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeCabriolet
Seats4
Doors2
Length4629 mm 182.24 in.
Width1711 mm 67.36 in.
Height1423 mm 56.02 in.
Wheelbase2605 mm 102.56 in.
Front Track1452 mm 57.17 in.
Rear Track1442 mm 56.77 in.

Fuel Consumption

The car has a fuel efficiency of 13.3 l/100 km in the urban cycle and 6.8 l/100 km on the extra urban cycle. It runs on petrol and offers a combined fuel consumption of 14.71 km/l.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban13.3 l/100 km 17.69 US mpg 21.24 UK mpg 7.52 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban6.8 l/100 km 34.59 US mpg 41.54 UK mpg 14.71 km/l

Engine & Transmission

The car is a 9-3 model with a 185 Hp, 1.9L, 4-cylinder, turbocharged engine and a 5-speed manual transmission, driving the front wheels. The engine has a DOHC valvetrain, multi-port fuel injection, and is capable of producing 263 Nm of torque.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Power185 Hp @ 5500 rpm.
Power Per Litre93.2 Hp/l
Torque263 Nm @ 2100 rpm. 193.98 lb.-ft. @ 2100 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Transverse
Engine Model CodeB204E
Engine Displacement1985 cm3 121.13 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders4
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore90 mm 3.54 in.
Piston Stroke78 mm 3.07 in.
Compression Ratio8.8
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder4
Fuel Injection SystemMulti-port manifold injection
Engine AspirationTurbocharger
ValvetrainDOHC
Engine Oil Capacity4 l 4.23 US qt | 3.52 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification5W-30, 5W-40 / API SJ 5W-30, 5W-40 / ACEA A3
Coolant8.5 l 8.98 US qt | 7.48 UK qt
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelFront wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox5 gears, manual transmission
Front SuspensionSpring Strut
Rear SuspensionCoil spring

Brakes

The car in question is a 9-3 model, featuring ventilated disc brakes at the front and solid disc brakes at the rear. The car is equipped with an ABS system for improved braking performance. The steering system is a rack and pinion type, with hydraulic power steering for easy maneuverability. The tires are of size 205/50 ZR16, with wheel rims of size 6.5J x 16.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesVentilated discs
Rear BrakesDisc
Assisting SystemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion
Power SteeringHydraulic Steering
Tires Size205/50 ZR16
Wheel Rims Size6.5J x 16

Weight & Capacity

The Saab 9-3 is a compact luxury car with a weight-to-power ratio of 7.6 kg/Hp and 132.1 Hp/tonne, indicating a good balance between power and weight. It has a maximum weight of 1810 kg and a maximum load capacity of 410 kg. The trunk boot space is 295-378 liters, and the fuel tank capacity is 64 liters.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio7.6 kg/Hp, 132.1 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio5.3 kg/Nm, 187.9 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1400 kg 3086.47 lbs.
Max Weight1810 kg 3990.37 lbs.
Max Load410 kg 903.9 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum295 l 10.42 cu. ft.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum378 l 13.35 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity64 l 16.91 US gal | 14.08 UK gal

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Saab - 9-3 Cabriolet I

4

Cabriolet

4629 mm (182.24 in)

The 9-3 model accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 8 seconds.

The maximum speed of the 9-3 model is 230 km/h (142.92 mph).

The 9-3 model has a decent acceleration of 8 seconds from 0 to 100 km/h and a high top speed of 230 km/h (142.92 mph).

The city fuel consumption is 13.3 l/100 km.

The highway fuel consumption is 6.8 l/100 km.

The car runs on petrol (gasoline).

The car has a power output of 185 Hp.

The car has a 5-speed manual transmission.

Yes, the car is equipped with a turbocharger.

The car has ventilated disc brakes at the front and solid disc brakes at the rear.

The car uses a rack and pinion steering system with hydraulic power steering.

The tire size is 205/50 ZR16 and the wheel rim size is 6.5J x 16.

The Saab 9-3 has a range of engine capacities, including 1.9L, 2.0L, and 2.8L options.

The Saab 9-3 has a mixed reliability record, with some models experiencing issues with transmission and engine problems.

The Saab 9-3 comes equipped with a range of safety features, including anti-lock brakes, electronic stability control, and multiple airbags.

The weight-to-power ratio is 7.6 kg/Hp and 132.1 Hp/tonne.

The maximum weight is 1810 kg, and the maximum load capacity is 410 kg.

The fuel tank capacity is 64 liters.