2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep

To start off, both 2005 Ford Mustang and 2005 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (148 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 33 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang.

Because 2005 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep, 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 Ford Mustang (326 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 03-Sep.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Mustang 2005 Saab 03-Sep
Make Ford Saab
Model Mustang 03-Sep
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4015 cc 1985 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 202 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 1800 RPM
Torque 326 Nm 240 Nm
Engine Bore Size 100 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 78 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1497 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 68 L


 

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