Which is better Saab 9-3 Biopower or petrol?
But as bioethanol is more corrosive than petrol, fuel lines and engine parts must be made of more durable components. The 9-3 BioPower is available in sedan, wagon and the convertible. It costs $1000 more than the equivalent petrol models. Its engine delivers 147kW and 300Nm of maximum torque on E85.
What kind of engine does a Saab 97 have?
Only 1 left! 4.2L ENGINE 2005 05 TRAILBLAZER RAINIER ENVOY ASCENDER SAAB 97 125K DROVE GOOD! 2003-2007 Saab 9-3 Engine Motor 2.0L Turbocharged W/Warranty 136K OEM W/Turbo! Engine 2.0L 4 Cyl. VIN S 8th Digit B207L Engine Fits 2003-2007 SAAB 9-3 306190 (Fits: Saab)
How many horsepower does a Saab inline four have?
There are three different versions of the turbocharged inline-four, with the amount of turbo boost determining the power output. The 150 hp (112 kW) version (1.8t) was standard in the non-U.S. market Linear form (trim-level).
When did Saab start using Trionic 7 engine management system?
The cars were equipped with a higher capacity intercooler, performance tuned ECU, flow through muffler and tip, heavy duty clutch and pressure plate, stiffened and lowered springs, firmer dampers, as well as stronger CV joints and driveshafts. In 1999, the Viggen was the first 9-3 to use Saab’s Trionic 7 engine management system.
What kind of fuel does a Saab 9-3 use?
The Saab 9-3’s also used Saab Automobiles unique fuel system Saab Biopower. Introduced in 2007 it uses ethanol/petrol mixes with up to 85% ethanol (E85). Together with a turbo the engine and the fuel system can take advantage of the higher octane levels in the ethanol and that way achieve an increase in engine capacity.
Is the Saab 9-3 Biopower E85 on sale?
The 9-3 BioPower E85 joins the 9-5 BioPower, which has also just gone on sale. Saab has brought 50 9-5 E85 cars here and Saab spokeswoman Emily Perry, says it is difficult to forecast possible take-up of the 9-3 BioPower, given the fuel’s limited availability.
There are three different versions of the turbocharged inline-four, with the amount of turbo boost determining the power output. The 150 hp (112 kW) version (1.8t) was standard in the non-U.S. market Linear form (trim-level).
The cars were equipped with a higher capacity intercooler, performance tuned ECU, flow through muffler and tip, heavy duty clutch and pressure plate, stiffened and lowered springs, firmer dampers, as well as stronger CV joints and driveshafts. In 1999, the Viggen was the first 9-3 to use Saab’s Trionic 7 engine management system.