2005 Subaru Forester vs. 2008 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2008 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Saab 03-Sep. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2008 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saab 03-Sep. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Subaru Forester | 2008 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Subaru | Saab |
Model | Forester | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |