2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2005 Saab 9000
To start off, both 2005 Donkervoort D8 and 2005 Saab 9000 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,290 cc, 2005 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Saab 9000. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 9000 weights approximately 965 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2005 Donkervoort D8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saab 9000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Saab 9000 (350 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Donkervoort D8 | 2005 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Donkervoort | Saab |
Model | D8 | 9000 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2290 cc |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 350 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1590 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |