2006 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Saab 05-Sep.

Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. (351 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saab 05-Sep.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Saab 05-Sep 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Saab Volkswagen
Model 05-Sep Touareg
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2294 cc 4171 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 351 Nm 410 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.9 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89.9 mm 93 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.1 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.2 L/100km 19.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.6 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 100 L


 

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