1997 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Falcon (301 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Saab 05-Sep. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2012 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 254 kg more than 1997 Ford Falcon.
Because 2012 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1997 Ford Falcon (515 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Saab 05-Sep. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Saab 05-Sep. 2012 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Falcon | 2012 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Falcon | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
