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Saab 9-3 2.3 Cabriolet

General information

ModelSaab 9-3 2.3 Cabriolet
Year1999
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating63 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

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

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement2290 ccm (139.74 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power233.9 PS (172 kW or 231 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque357.00 Nm (36.4 kgf-m or 263.3 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 systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1588 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4450 litres (1,176 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1475 kg (3,251.8 pounds)
Overall length4640 mm (182.7 inches)
Overall width1720 mm (67.7 inches)
Overall height1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2610 mm (102.8 inches)
Fuel capacity68.0 litres (17.97 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originSweden
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