2005 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 03-Sep (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus.
Because 2010 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saab 03-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, 2010 Saab 03-Sep (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus. 2010 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2010 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Focus | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4689 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1529 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
