2006 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (250 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 16 kg more than 2006 Saab 03-Sep.
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, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saab 03-Sep | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | 03-Sep | Touran |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 13.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
