2005 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, both 2005 Saab 03-Sep and 2005 Volkswagen Touareg were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (148 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 726 kg more than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saab 03-Sep | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | 03-Sep | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
