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Saab 9-3 Viggen

General information

ModelSaab 9-3 Viggen
Year1999
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating61.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2290 ccm (139.74 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement2290 ccm (139.74 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power228.10 PS (168 kW or 225 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque342.00 Nm (34.9 kgf-m or 252.3 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min.
Compression9.3:1
Bore x stroke90.0 x 90.0 mm (3.5 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed250.0 km/h (155.3 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.8 seconds
0-60 miles6.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1635 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4830 litres (1,276 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (413.4 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1398 kg (3,082.1 pounds)
Overall length4650 mm (183.1 inches)
Overall width1720 mm (67.7 inches)
Overall height1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Wheelbase2610 mm (102.8 inches)
Fuel capacity68.0 litres (17.97 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originSweden
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