2005 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 6 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 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 705 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.
Because 2011 Saab 05-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, 2011 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, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus. 2011 Saab 05-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. 2011 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2011 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Focus | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1223 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
