2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2008 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 88 kg more than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Saab 05-Sep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. (350 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saab 05-Sep.
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2004 Ford Mustang | 2008 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | Mustang | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4589 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 350 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |