2001 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2001 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2001 Saab 05-Sep and 2001 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Saab 05-Sep. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2001 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 60 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2001 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Passat. 2001 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2001 Saab 05-Sep has manual transmission. 2001 Saab 05-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Saab 05-Sep | 2001 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | 05-Sep | Passat |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
