2005 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 474 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
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 03-Sep (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saab 03-Sep | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | 03-Sep | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1390 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
