Ford Mondeo Hatchback (2003 – 2005) vs Saab 9-3 Convertible (2003 – 2008): specs compared
The Saab 9-3 Convertible is the more powerful of the two, with up to 210 hp against 204 hp. The Ford Mondeo Hatchback is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 7.9 s against 8.8 s. It has the higher top speed: 240 km/h against 235 km/h. The Saab 9-3 Convertible uses less fuel, from 5.3 L/100 km against 5.7 L/100 km. The Ford Mondeo Hatchback is the lighter car, from 1,309 kg against 1,550 kg. At 4,729 mm, the Ford Mondeo Hatchback is 93 mm longer than the Saab 9-3 Convertible.
| Specification |
Ford
Mondeo Hatchback
2003 – 2005
|
Saab
9-3 Convertible
2003 – 2008
|
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Origin | United States | Sweden |
| Documented years | 2003 – 2005 | 2003 – 2008 |
| Body style | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Variants | 9 | 10 |
| Fuel | Diesel, Petrol | Petrol, Diesel |
| Drive | FWD | FWD |
| Gearbox | Manual | Automatic · Manual |
| Performance | ||
| Power | 90 – 204 hp | 150 – 209 hp |
| Torque | 165 – 360 Nm | 240 – 320 Nm |
| 0–100 km/h | 7.9 – 12.9 s | 8.8 – 11.5 s |
| Top speed | 180 – 240 km/h | 195 – 235 km/h |
| Economy | ||
| Fuel economy | 5.7 – 10.3 L/100 km | 5.3 – 10.0 L/100 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,729 mm | 4,636 mm |
| Width | 1,811 mm | 1,763 mm |
| Height | 1,430 mm | 1,435 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,751 mm | 2,675 mm |
| Curb weight | 1,309 – 1,426 kg | 1,550 – 1,655 kg |
Ranges cover all variants of each car. The highlight marks the best version per row.
More comparisons
Ford Mondeo Hatchback vs Saturn Ion Quad CoupeFord Mondeo Hatchback vs Acura TSXFord Mondeo Hatchback vs Mazda 6 / Atenza HatchbackSaab 9-3 Convertible vs Audi A4 CabrioletSaab 9-3 Convertible vs Ford Mondeo SedanSaab 9-3 Convertible vs Honda Accord EuroSaab 9-3 Convertible vs Saturn Ion Quad CoupeSaab 9-3 Convertible vs Acura TSX