Hybrid engines (Lexus HS) offer better fuel economy and lower emissions than petrol engines, especially in city driving with frequent stops. Petrol (SAAB 9-3) engines, however, are typically less expensive to buy and maintain, and offer more consistent performance on highways.
Performance
Power:
147 HP
210 HP
Torque:
187 NM
300 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:
n/a seconds
9.1 seconds
Lexus HS engine produces 63 HP less power than SAAB 9-3, whereas torque is 113 NM less than SAAB 9-3.
SAAB 9-3 2010 2.0 engine: The Saab B207 engine is essentially identical to the Opel Z20NET and is based on a 2.2-liter naturally aspirated predecessor. It is a simple and reliable engine, even less demanding than its predecessor. However, it has some notable weaknesses.
The timing and balance shaft chains have a limited lifespan and often stretch before reaching 200,000 km. The ... More about SAAB 9-3 2010 2.0 engine
Dimensions
Length:
4.69 m
4.65 m
Width:
1.79 m
2.04 m
Height:
1.51 m
1.47 m
Lexus HS is 4 cm longer than the SAAB 9-3, 25 cm narrower, while the height of Lexus HS is 4 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
343 litres
351 litres
Despite its longer length, Lexus HS has 8 litres less trunk space than the SAAB 9-3. This could mean that the Lexus HS uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable.
