1995 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,705 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 15 kg more than 1995 Ford Falcon.
Because 1995 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Falcon | 2007 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Falcon | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3705 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
