2005 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2005 Saab 05-Sep and 2005 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 117 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
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 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. 2005 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2005 Saab 05-Sep has manual transmission. 2005 Saab 05-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Saab 05-Sep | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
Model | 05-Sep | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |