2004 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Saab 03-Sep. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2010 Saab 03-Sep.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saab 03-Sep. (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Saab |
| Model | Golf | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4646 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |
