2006 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 391 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, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saab 05-Sep | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | 05-Sep | Polo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1209 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
