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Saab 9-3 Cabriolet

General information

ModelSaab 9-3 Cabriolet
Year2004
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating63.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1998 ccm (121.92 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4
DriveFront wheels
Airbags4

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1998 ccm (121.92 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power176.7 PS (130 kW or 174 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque265.00 Nm (27.0 kgf-m or 195.5 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min.
Compression9.5:1
Bore x stroke86.0 x 86.0 mm (3.4 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1164 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4830 litres (1,276 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (413.4 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesVentilated disks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1520 kg (3,351.0 pounds)
Overall length4640 mm (182.7 inches)
Overall width1770 mm (69.7 inches)
Overall height1440 mm (56.7 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2680 mm (105.5 inches)
Fuel capacity58.0 litres (15.32 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originSweden
Service interval20,000 km
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