1999 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (405 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1999 Saab 05-Sep. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1099 kg more than 1999 Saab 05-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Saab 05-Sep. (309 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Saab 05-Sep | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Saab | Ford |
| Model | 05-Sep | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |
