1994 Volvo 850 vs. 2011 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 850. (209 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 528 kg more than 1994 Volvo 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Volvo 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volvo 850. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Volvo 850 | 2011 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Volvo | Saab |
| Model | 850 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2837 mm |
