1998 Ford Taurus vs. 2010 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1998 Ford Taurus. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Taurus.
Because 2010 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Taurus. (264 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Taurus | 2010 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Taurus | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
