2005 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2005 Ford Focus and 2005 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 354 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | Focus | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |